Responsible Gaming

A roll for fun, never a habit that traps you

Important Notice

Gambling can become compulsive without warning. If it starts to harm your life, get help right away. Support is there at every hour, and you never have to face it alone.

Signs of Problem Gambling

  • Betting more than you can afford to lose
  • Letting work, family, or duties slip
  • Rolling bigger bets to recover losses
  • Borrowing or selling things to keep playing
  • Hiding the real scale of your gambling
  • Anxiety or a low mood tied to betting
  • Not managing to slow down or stop

Tips for Safe Gambling

Set a Budget

Only stake what you can afford to lose.

Set Time Limits

Set your session time before you roll.

Never Chase Losses

Read a loss as part of the game.

Take Breaks

Step away often to keep a clear head.

Self-Assessment: Is Gambling Affecting You?

Answer honestly. These prompts draw on the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI). Two or more “yes” answers are your cue to contact one of the organizations above.

1

Have you bet more than you could afford to lose in the past 12 months?

2

Have you needed to gamble with larger amounts of money to get the same feeling of excitement?

3

Have you gone back another day to try to win back money you lost?

4

Have you borrowed money or sold anything to get money to gamble?

5

Have you felt that you might have a problem with gambling?

6

Has gambling caused you any health problems, including stress or anxiety?

This is not a diagnostic tool. For a professional assessment, call GamCare on 0808 8020 133 or your local gambling helpline.