Re: VERY interesting NYT Article
 

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I feel that this article is an over-reation to how peoples' lives are changing because of the internet.

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I disagree with this, especially after seeing so many "I'd rather play poker than be with my gf/hang with my friends/go to parties/leave my room/etc." posts on 2+2. Maybe the issue is actually more gambling addiction than internet addiction. But still, it's a lot easier to become addicted to gambling when it is available 365/24/7 from your living room couch.

The real question, I think, for winning players, is can you have a problematic addiction to online poker even while you're making money? I say yes, but I'd be interested to hear arguments to the contrary.

Re: VERY interesting NYT Article
 

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The real question, I think, for winning players, is can you have a problematic addiction to online poker even while you're making money? I say yes, but I'd be interested to hear arguments to the contrary.

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There have been lots of threads on this. Dr. Al seems to think "Yes," not unexpectedly. Others disagree. Hilarity ensues.

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