problem gambling in society theme

also known as: gambling addiction in society

The social consequences of gambling addiction, such as the harm caused to those other than the gambler, are explored.

Examples

The pursuit of a good gamble had turned the Triskelian society into one of slavery and sadism in tos2x17 "The Gamesters of Triskelion".

5 total · 1 choice · 2 major · 1 minor

StoryLevelMotivation
ds92x11 choice people ended up loosing everything
bbf1x08 major Benson got into debt gambling a the Babylon 5 casino and committed treason to get out of it.
novel: Radetzky March (1932) major scrupulous Kapturak ran a casino and enticed Wagner deep into gambling debts which destroyed him - this became a central topic in the latter half of the book
movie: Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999) minor Tatoonie inhabitants apparently all had a weakness for gambling we were told.
ahp3x20 not Fran's problem gambling jeopardized her marriage.