Gamblers Anonymous Meetings Are Filling Up with People Hooked on Trading and Stock Market Bets

As financial markets continue to captivate the world’s attention, an unexpected consequence is emerging: individuals who are increasingly treating stock trading and market speculation like a form of gambling. In recent months, meetings of Gamblers Anonymous (GA) have seen a notable uptick in attendees—many of whom aren’t coming to discuss traditional forms of gambling like poker, blackjack, or sports betting, but rather the behavior surrounding day trading and high-risk investments in the stock market. This growing phenomenon has prompted concern from mental health professionals, financial experts, and even regulators, who are recognizing the blurred lines between speculation in financial markets and classic gambling addiction. As more individuals get caught up in the allure of quick profits and market volatility, some are finding themselves in over their heads, succumbing to the same destructive patterns seen in traditional gambling.

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