Intended as recreation, not a compulsion
Gambling carries a genuine risk of dependency. Should it begin to affect your life adversely, seek assistance without delay. Support is available at all hours, and you need not confront the matter alone.
Wager solely with funds you can afford to lose.
Establish a time limit before commencing.
Regard losses as inherent to the activity.
Pause at regular intervals to retain perspective.
Free advice and counselling for individuals with gambling difficulties.
Gamblers AnonymousA fellowship whose members share their recovery experience.
BeGambleAwareConfidential support, free of charge, for those affected by gambling.
Gambling TherapyOnline and emotional support accessible from any location.
Respond candidly. The following items derive from the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI). Two or more “yes” responses indicate that you should 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 instrument. For a professional assessment, contact GamCare on 0808 8020 133 or your local gambling helpline.
