Book of Africra

Responsible Gaming

Gambling should be fun, not a problem

Important Notice

Gambling has the power to become an addiction. If it's starting to take a toll on your life, reach out for help now — don't wait. You're not on your own here, and support is there around the clock.

Signs of Problem Gambling

  • Putting in more money than you can afford to lose
  • Letting work, family, or other duties slide
  • Piling on bets to win back what you've lost
  • Borrowing cash or selling belongings to keep playing
  • Hiding or downplaying how much you gamble
  • Feeling anxious or low because of gambling
  • Struggling to cut back or stop altogether

Tips for Safe Gambling

Set a Budget

Play only with money losing wouldn't hurt.

Set Time Limits

Keep sessions short rather than open-ended.

Never Chase Losses

Treat a loss as part of the game and move on.

Take Breaks

Walk away now and then to keep a clear head.

Self-Assessment: Is Gambling Affecting You?

Be honest with yourself here. The questions come from the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI). Two or more “yes” answers is a sign it's worth contacting one of the organizations listed above.

1

Have you bet more than you could afford to lose in the past 12 months?

2

Have you needed to gamble with larger amounts of money to get the same feeling of excitement?

3

Have you gone back another day to try to win back money you lost?

4

Have you borrowed money or sold anything to get money to gamble?

5

Have you felt that you might have a problem with gambling?

6

Has gambling caused you any health problems, including stress or anxiety?

Treat this as a prompt, not a diagnosis. For a professional assessment, call GamCare on 0808 8020 133 or reach out to your local gambling helpline.

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