Why do gamblers chase losses? It is the question. The hope of every ia to win the next game. When you lose a game, the reason you place another bet is that you believe the next one will be favourable. Having this feeling is normal but it can also be abnormal.  When one keeps hoping that he will recover all losses without control. Addicts are known to hope to recover until they gamble with more than they can afford to lose. Some gamblers have abnormal behaviour that affects their judgement and control.