Responsible Gambling

Gambling should be treated as paid entertainment, not a way to make money or recover losses. Set a limit before you start, keep it separate from essential spending, and stop if it stops feeling enjoyable.

Useful boundaries

• Set a time and money budget before playing.
• Never borrow, chase losses, or play with money needed for bills.
• Do not gamble when distressed, intoxicated, or under pressure.
• Use deposit, loss, session, and reality-check tools where available.
• Take a break and talk to someone you trust if gambling feels difficult to control.

Warning signs

Needing to gamble more, hiding activity, feeling restless when stopping, missing obligations, or trying to win back losses can all be signs that it is time to stop and seek support.

Get help

In the United States, call or text 1-800-GAMBLER for confidential gambling support. If you are in immediate danger or thinking about harming yourself, call or text 988 or contact emergency services.