Gambling should be fun, not a problem
Gambling carries a genuine risk of addiction. If it has begun to harm your wellbeing or your circumstances, seek assistance without delay. Help is at hand around the clock, and no one has to face this in isolation.
Commit only funds you are fully prepared to lose.
Fix how long a session runs before you begin, and hold to it.
Treat a loss as final; recover nothing by wagering more.
Pause at regular intervals to keep a clear head.
Confidential advice, support, and counselling for those affected by gambling.
Gamblers AnonymousA fellowship whose members share their experience to aid recovery.
BeGambleAwareFree and confidential guidance for anyone touched by gambling harm.
Gambling TherapyOnline and emotional support delivered free to gamblers worldwide.
Answer with honesty. These questions draw on the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI); should you reply “yes” to two or more, consider contacting one of the organisations above.
Have you bet more than you could afford to lose in the past 12 months?
Have you needed to gamble with larger amounts of money to get the same feeling of excitement?
Have you gone back another day to try to win back money you lost?
Have you borrowed money or sold anything to get money to gamble?
Have you felt that you might have a problem with gambling?
Has gambling caused you any health problems, including stress or anxiety?
This is not a diagnostic tool. For professional assessment, contact GamCare (0808 8020 133) or your local gambling helpline.
