Responsible Gambling
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Many gambling operators offer responsible gambling tools including but not limited to time-outs, deposit limits, loss limits, gambling holidays, play time notifications, profit/loss reports and self-exclusion.
Licensed operators in the UK will have a dedicated repsonsible gambling team who may contact you – it is important to be honest and tell the truth when talking to them as their job is to help identify when an individual has a gambling problem that goes beyond entertainment value.
Tips for safer gambling are listed below (not limited to only this list – find the complete list at gambleaware.co.uk)
Don’t think of gambling as a way to make money
Only gamble with money you can afford to lose
Set a limit in advance
Set a time limit before you begin
Never chase your losses
Don’t gamble when you’re depressed or upset
Gambling for many is simply entertainment and doesn’t become an issue however for some, gambling can become a serious issue.
Signs that you may have a gambling problem are listed below (not limited to only these):
Being preoccupied with gambling
Needing to gamble more frequently and with higher stakes in order to get the same thrill
Feeling restless or irritable when you aren’t able to gamble
Chasing losses
Lying to cover up your gambling
Lending money to fund gambling
Relationships being impacted by gambling
The list above isn’t conclusive however if you relate to one or more of the above signs you should contact one of the organizations below.
It is important to seek help as soon as you believe you may have a problem in order to get the help you need.
If you or someone you know has a gambling problem we advise you consider assistance from the below recognised organisation:
GamCare
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
UK National Helpline: 0808 8020 133
GambleAware
Website: www.gambleaware.co.uk
UK National Helpline: 0808 8020 133
Gamblers Anonymous
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
National Problem Gambling Clinic
Website: www.cnwl.nhs.uk
Urgent Advice Line: 0800 0234 650