Keep the reels a bit of fun — never something that hurts
Gambling has a real pull, and for some people it turns into a habit that's hard to break. If spinning is starting to drag your life in the wrong direction, reach out now rather than later. Plenty of people have been there, and help is on hand any hour of the day.
Stake only what your wallet won't miss if it's gone.
Put a clock on your sessions and don't let them run long.
A down session is normal — don't bet more to claw it back.
Down tools between sessions to keep your head clear.
Be straight with yourself here. The prompts below come from the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI). Two or more “yes” answers is a fair signal to contact 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.
