Enjoy the table — never let it get the better of you
Gambling can become an addiction. If you feel it working against your life, please reach out for help right away. Support is available at any hour, and you never have to deal with it on your own.
Bring only what you can afford to lose to the table.
Decide when you will leave before you sit down.
Take a losing hand as part of the game.
Step back between hands to stay level-headed.
Free counselling, advice, and support for anyone affected by gambling.
Gamblers AnonymousA fellowship whose members share their stories and recover together.
BeGambleAwareConfidential, no-cost help for anyone gambling has touched.
Gambling TherapyFree online and emotional support for gambling-related problems.
Answer honestly. The questions below are drawn from the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI). If two or more earn a “yes,” consider reaching out to one of the organizations above.
Over the past 12 months, have you staked more than you could afford to lose?
Have you needed to bet larger amounts to feel the same excitement?
Have you returned on another day to win back what you lost?
Have you borrowed money or sold something to fund your gambling?
Have you felt that you might have a gambling problem?
Has gambling led to stress, anxiety, or other health problems?
This is a guide, not a diagnosis. For a professional assessment, contact GamCare (0808 8020 133) or your local gambling helpline.
