Responsible Gambling

Consider these important guidelines for gambling responsibly:

• View gambling as a form of entertainment, not a way to make money.
• Only gamble what you can afford to lose.
• Establish a budget before you start playing.
• Avoid trying to win back lost money.
• Make sure to take breaks often.
• Steer clear of gambling if you’re drinking alcohol.
• Avoid gambling when you're feeling down or stressed.
• Arm yourself with knowledge about the games you play.
• Ensure gambling doesn’t interfere with your daily tasks.
• Balance gambling with other activities.
• Monitor the time and money you spend gambling.
• If you think you may have a gambling problem, don’t hesitate to seek help from organizations like BeGambleAware, Gamblers Anonymous, GamCare, and Gam-Anon.

Identifying Gambling Addiction

Answer these questions to help identify potential gambling issues:

• Do you skip work or school to gamble?
• Is gambling an escape from life’s difficulties?
• Do you feel desperate to gamble again when you run out of money?
• Do you feel compelled to recover your losses right after losing?
• Have you ever lied or borrowed money to continue gambling or cover gambling debts?
• Have you lied about the amount of time or money spent on gambling?
• Do you gamble all your money away, leaving nothing for other necessities?
• Are you in debt because of gambling?
• Has anyone criticized your gambling?
• Are you unwilling to spend money on anything other than gambling?
• Have you lost interest in family, friends, or hobbies due to gambling?
• Is gambling a priority over your family and loved ones?
• Do you continue gambling despite arguments or disappointments?
• Does gambling make you feel depressed or suicidal?

Need Help?

If you answer "yes" to any questions above, contact: BeGambleAware, Gamblers Anonymous, GamCare, or Gam-Anon.

Major Gambling Organizations

If you answer "yes" to any of the above questions, contact: BeGambleAware, Gamblers Anonymous, GamCare, and Gam-Anon.

Main Gambling Organizations

Organizations Ensuring Fair Play