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Here are some helpful guidelines for a responsible approach to gambling:

View gambling as a form of entertainment, not a means of income.
Never exceed your budgetary limits while gambling.
Set predetermined monetary limits for each game session.
Avoid trying to recoup losses through further gambling.
Take regular breaks between gaming sessions.
Avoid gambling while under the influence of alcohol.
Refrain from gambling if you’re feeling distressed or upset.
Strive to play with knowledge and understanding of the games.
Ensure that gambling does not interfere with your daily responsibilities.
Maintain a healthy balance with other hobbies and interests.
Keep track of the time and money you spend on gambling activities.
If you suspect you have a gambling addiction, seek assistance from organizations like BeGambleAware, Gamblers Anonymous, GamCare, and Gam-Anon.

Identifying Signs of Gambling Addiction

The following questions can help determine if your gambling behavior is becoming problematic:

Do you skip work or school to gamble?
Do you use gambling as a means to escape from life problems, such as boredom or an unhappy family life?
When you run out of money while gambling, do you feel lost and desperate, seeking ways to gamble again as soon as possible?
After a loss, do you feel the urge to immediately try to recover your losses?
Have you ever resorted to lying, stealing, or borrowing money to gamble or pay off gambling debts?
Have you ever lied to conceal the amount of money or time spent on gambling?
Do you gamble until you’ve spent your last penny, even if it means not having money for transportation or food?
Have you accumulated debts as a result of gambling?
Have others criticized your gambling behavior?
Do you prioritize spending “gambling money” over other essential expenses?
Have you lost interest in your family, friends, or other hobbies due to gambling?
Do you prioritize gambling over spending time with your family and loved ones?
Do arguments, frustrations, or disappointments drive you to continue gambling?
Do you experience feelings of depression or have suicidal thoughts due to gambling?

If you answer “yes” to any of the above questions, contact: BeGambleAware, Gamblers Anonymous, GamCare, and Gam-Anon.

Gambling Addiction Organizations	Website	Country
BeGambleAware	https://www.begambleaware.org/	United Kingdom
GamCare	https://www.gamcare.org.uk/	United Kingdom
Gamblers Anonymous	https://www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk/	United Kingdom
Gambling Therapy	https://www.gamblingtherapy.org/	United Kingdom
Gam-Anon	http://gamanon.org.uk/	United Kingdom
Gordon Moody Association	https://gordonmoody.org.uk/	United Kingdom
CNWL National Problem Gambling Clinic	https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/services/addictions-and-substance-misuse-services/national-problem-gambling-clinic	United Kingdom
The Samaritans	https://www.samaritans.org/	United Kingdom