The Psychology of Gambling: Understanding Addiction, Habit Formation, and Industry Profits

By A a Castor

What makes gambling so addictive? Why do players keep spending even when they know they shouldn't?

The Psychology of Gambling dives into the hidden science behind the world's most profitable games. From casinos to mobile apps, this book reveals how behavioral psychology, habit formation, and monetization strategies are used to create experiences that players can't put down.

You'll explore:

How reward systems and dopamine loops keep players hookedThe power of near-miss effects, variable rewards, and "loot box" mechanicsThe blurred line between gaming and gambling in modern designWhy ethical game design is often just a marketing strategyThe business of addiction - and how it sustains billion-dollar industries

Perfect for game designers, marketers, psychologists, and anyone curious about the intersection of entertainment and exploitation, this book offers a critical look at how games are engineered to drive engagement, spending, and dependence.

Whether you see it as a warning, a guide, or an industry expos , this book will change how you see games forever.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F8LKXVFZ
• ISBN13: 9798231285266
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: A.A. Castor
• Length: 404 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.5" x 8.5"