{"id":3420,"date":"2018-11-28T13:25:14","date_gmt":"2018-11-28T13:25:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.top10pokersites.net\/news\/?p=3420"},"modified":"2018-11-28T13:25:14","modified_gmt":"2018-11-28T13:25:14","slug":"poker-pro-agrees-prop-bet-to-live-thirty-days-in-a-dark-bathroom","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.top10pokersites.net\/news\/poker-pro-agrees-prop-bet-to-live-thirty-days-in-a-dark-bathroom","title":{"rendered":"Poker Pro Agrees Prop Bet To Live 30 Days In A Dark Bathroom"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"darkProp bets are common in the poker world<\/a> \u2014 they bring extra thrill and excitement to the game as players are usually ready to take on some crazy challenges to win more money. <\/p>\n

Most prop bets turn out to be fun, exciting and borderline crazy. However, the most recent prop bet is dangerous and pretty scary. <\/p>\n

The latest prop bet that has made the headlines is one that is being circulated on social media following a Facebook post by a certain Danielle \u201cDMoonGirl<\/em>\u201d Andersen<\/a>. This prop bet is about a poker player who has agreed to live in a dark bathroom for 30 days without human interaction. If he survives, he will win $100,000 and if he fails, he will have to shell out the same amount<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

While confined in the dark room, the player will be provided with a refrigerator containing sufficient food, vitamins as well as water supply<\/em>. He will also be given towels, toiletries, a Rubik\u2019s cube, a paddleball and a bed<\/em>. He will stay in the room for 30 days without alcohol, sleep aids or any other drugs<\/em>. <\/p>\n

Andresen was hesitant to disclose the identity of the player as she said he might not want to be named publicly. <\/p>\n

Strong Reaction From Poker Fans<\/h2>\n

The poker world reacted strongly to the Facebook post which was also posted to the popular TwoPlusTwo forum<\/a>. Dozens of commenters are concerned about the health risks involved in the prop bet, while others are saying it is impossible for the player to survive such a dangerous feat. The long-term isolation could significantly impact the player\u2019s mental health, even though a certain amount of physical activity is still possible in such a small space.<\/p>\n

Industry veteran Paul Oresteen<\/a> considers the latest prop bet as the most damaging bet he has ever encountered. This has been echoed by poker author Nolan Dalla<\/strong> who said the prop bet has crossed the boundary and is no longer entertaining. Dalla said the player could possibly undergo potential mental deformity as a result. <\/p>\n

Isolation Poses Serious Mental Health Risks<\/h2>\n

Psychological studies affirm that isolation can cause serious damage to an individual\u2019s brain even in short periods of time. According to a 2008 study which was reported by the BBC, a person may experience hallucinations, paranoia, extreme emotions, anxiety, as well as serious deterioration in his or her mental functioning, after just 48 hours in isolation.<\/p>\n

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