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Responsible Gaming

A bit of fun, not a hole to dig out of

Important Notice

Gambling can hook you, and it rarely announces itself. If it's dragging your life in the wrong direction, don't sit on it. Ask for help now. Plenty of people have been exactly here, and there's someone to talk to at any hour, day or night.

Red Flags Worth Noticing

  • Putting down more than your wallet can actually spare
  • Letting work, family, or the everyday stuff slip
  • Piling on more bets to claw back what you dropped
  • Borrowing or selling things just to stay in the game
  • Fudging the truth about how much you play
  • A knot of anxiety or gloom every time gambling crosses your mind
  • Meaning to ease off but never quite managing it

Ground Rules That Keep It Fun

Pick a Number, Stick to It

Play only with cash you could shrug off losing.

Mind the Clock

Cap your session before the hours quietly vanish.

Don't Chase

A loss is a loss. Chasing it only digs the hole deeper.

Walk Away Now and Then

Regular breaks keep your head straight.

Gut-Check: Is Gambling Getting to You?

Be straight with yourself here. These come from the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI). Two or more “yes” answers, and it's time to ring one of the organizations above.

1

Over the past 12 months, have you bet more than you could afford to lose?

2

Have you had to wager bigger sums to chase the same rush?

3

Have you come back the next day to try to win your losses back?

4

Have you borrowed or sold something just to fund a bet?

5

Has a little voice told you that gambling might be a problem?

6

Has gambling knocked your health about, stress and anxiety included?

This is not a diagnostic tool, just a nudge. For a real assessment, ring GamCare (0808 8020 133) or your local gambling helpline.

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