While gaming can be entertaining and potentially profitable, it’s important to remember that winning isn’t guaranteed. Losing is part of the experience, and you should never risk money you cannot afford to lose. Gambling can sometimes lead to addictive behaviors, causing you to lose track of time and money. We want all your gaming experiences to remain positive, even in the face of losses. That’s why we are committed to helping you maintain control over your gaming.
To assist in assessing your gaming habits, consider the following 10 questions:
- Do you avoid work or studies to gamble?
- Do you gamble to escape feelings of boredom or unhappiness?
- When you run out of money while gambling, do you feel desperate and compelled to gamble again?
- Do you continue to gamble until all your money is lost?
- Have you ever lied about the amount of money or time spent gambling?
- Have you ever borrowed or stolen money to support your gambling habits?
- Are you hesitant to spend money intended for gambling on anything else?
- Have you lost interest in family, friends, or hobbies?
- After losing, do you feel the need to immediately try to win back your losses?
- Have you ever felt that you might have a gambling problem?
If you answered 'yes' to most of these questions, it may indicate a potential gambling problem. We recommend that you:
- Treat gambling as a form of leisure.Avoid chasing losses.
- Gamble only within your means.
- Keep track of the time and money spent.