A pastime, not a pressure — treat it that way
Gambling can become addictive. Should you sense it affecting your life for the worse, seek assistance without delay. You are far from alone, and support stays available at every hour.
Commit only funds you can comfortably lose.
Avoid drawn-out, unbroken sessions.
Treat losses as part of the experience.
Regular breaks help you stay grounded.
Respond candidly. The prompts follow the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI); two or more affirmative answers suggest contacting one of the organizations listed 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.
