Gambling should be fun, not a problem
Slots are built to entertain, but for some people the habit turns into something harder to control. If it's starting to weigh on your life, reach out now — help lines run around the clock, and plenty of people have made the same call before you.
Decide a figure you can lose without it hurting, then stop there.
Long sessions blur judgement — keep them short.
A losing run is normal; don't try to bet your way out of it.
Regular breaks help you keep a clear head.
Be straight with yourself here. The prompts below come from the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI). Two or more “yes” answers are a signal to contact one of the groups 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.
