Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment

At gizaagiinhealing.org, we believe gambling should only ever be a form of entertainment—not a way to earn money, solve financial problems, or escape difficult feelings. Casino games have a built-in house advantage, and losses are always possible. Never gamble with money needed for rent, bills, food, debt repayments, or other essentials.

Set a firm affordable budget and time limit before you play, and treat any money spent as the cost of entertainment. Do not chase losses or increase your limits to win money back. If gambling stops feeling enjoyable, take a break and consider seeking support.

Age Verification: 18+ Only

You must be at least 18 years old to gamble on casino products in Great Britain. GB-licensed operators are required to verify customers’ age and identity. Never provide false details, use another person’s account, or allow someone under 18 to gamble.

Parents and carers should keep payment cards and account credentials secure, use appropriate device or parental controls, and talk openly with young people about gambling-related risks.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Gambling harm can affect anyone and may develop gradually. Consider whether any of the following apply to you or someone you know:

• Chasing losses or gambling more to try to recover money.
• Hiding gambling, lying about spending, or deleting account and banking history.
• Spending more time or money gambling than intended.
• Borrowing money, using credit, selling possessions, or missing bills to fund gambling.
• Neglecting work, education, relationships, sleep, or other responsibilities.
• Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, loneliness, depression, or other difficult emotions.
• Feeling restless, irritable, guilty, or anxious when trying to cut down.
• Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling.
• Thinking constantly about gambling or planning the next bet.
• Experiencing relationship conflict or financial hardship because of gambling.

You do not need to recognise every sign to ask for help. If gambling is causing distress or harm, confidential support is available.

Self-Help and Player-Protection Tools

Where available, use these tools before gambling and choose limits that protect your essential finances:

• Deposit limits: Restrict how much you can add to an account over a daily, weekly, or monthly period.
• Loss limits: Set a maximum amount you can lose within a chosen period.
• Session and time limits: Restrict how long you can remain logged in or playing.
• Reality checks: Display regular reminders of elapsed time and account activity.
• Time-outs: Take a short break from an account without waiting until you feel overwhelmed.
• Self-exclusion: Block access for a longer period through an operator or a multi-operator scheme such as GamStop.
• Additional barriers: Ask your bank about gambling transaction blocks and consider reputable blocking software. No single tool is foolproof, so combine practical barriers with personal support.

Never raise a limit or open another account to chase losses. If you have self-excluded, do not try to bypass that decision.

Important: Websites licensed in Curaçao or operating outside GamStop may not provide the protections required of GB Gambling Commission-licensed operators. GamStop does not cover every offshore or unlicensed website. If you have self-excluded and feel tempted to use such sites, contact a support service instead.

Support in Great Britain

• GamCare — Free, confidential information, advice, and support for anyone affected by gambling harm. The National Gambling Helpline is available on 0808 8020 133, 24 hours a day. Online chat and other support options are available at www.gamcare.org.uk.
• GamStop — A free self-exclusion service that helps prevent access to online gambling websites and apps operated by companies licensed in Great Britain. Register or learn more at www.gamstop.co.uk.
• NHS — Information about gambling addiction and routes to treatment and support: NHS gambling addiction support.
• Gordon Moody — Specialist support for people severely affected by gambling harm, including information about treatment options: www.gordonmoody.org.uk.

If you feel unable to keep yourself safe or are thinking about suicide, call 999 or go to your nearest A&E department. You can also contact Samaritans free on 116 123 for emotional support at any time.

If Gambling Is Causing Harm, Seek Help Now

Pause gambling, put practical barriers around your money and accounts, and tell someone you trust. Then contact GamCare or another professional support service. You do not have to wait until the problem becomes severe, and you do not have to face it alone. Asking for help is a positive step, and recovery is possible.