Gaming should remain optional entertainment. Decide your time and money limits before you begin and do not increase them during a session.
Set a spending limit
Use only money that remains after essential expenses. Never use borrowed money, rent, food, education or emergency funds.
Set a time limit
Use an alarm or timer and take regular breaks. Stop when the planned session ends, whether you are ahead or behind.
Know the warning signs
- Chasing losses or increasing stakes.
- Hiding activity from family or friends.
- Borrowing money or missing essential payments.
- Feeling unable to stop.
When these signs appear, stop gaming and seek qualified local support.