Online casinos offer many of the same game versions as traditional casinos. They are regulated and must adhere to similar standards. They may not be as exciting as experiencing the real casino atmosphere, but they do often provide some social interaction (via chat, forums, etc.) and may foster a sense of community. And just as any type of gambling can become problematic, these sites can be very addictive. In fact, in the last few years, they have greatly contributed to the incidence of gambling-related obsessions, so if your loved one is spending an excessive amount of time gambling online, it should not be taken lightly.