Mr. Henderson leaves work every Friday, cashes his check, and heads to the local casino. He usually spends his entire pay check there in one night, and then heads home with a list of excuses for his wife. They are about to lose their house because they cannot pay their mortgage. This case illustrates ____.

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This case illustrates gambling disorder, characterized by the inability to resist the urge to gamble despite negative personal consequences, such as financial loss and strain on relationships.

Mr Henderson Leaves Work Every Friday, Cashes His Check, and Heads