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Responsible Gambling Tips
If you’re concerned that gambling is becoming more than a game for you, try using these guidelines to moderate your play.
- Think of the money you lose as the cost of your entertainment. Consider any money you win a bonus.
- Set a dollar limit and stick to it.
- Set a time limit and stick to it. Leave when you reach your limit, whether you’re winning or losing.
- Understand that you’ll probably lose, and accept the loss as part of the game.
- Don’t borrow money to gamble.
- Don’t let gambling interfere with or become a substitute for family, friends or work.
- Don’t chase losses. Chances are you’ll lose even more trying to recoup your losses.
- Don’t use gambling as a way to cope with emotional or physical pain.
Know the warning signs of problem gambling.
If playing isn’t fun anymore, contact the confidential helpline: 2-1-1 (Maine only) for information and resources. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Content from the National Problem Gambling Awareness week. org
Gambling
- Problem Gambling
- Tools for Providers
- How to Help
- Responsible Gambling Tips
- Remote Gambling
- Types of Gambling
- Youth and Gambling
- Gamblers Anonymous Mtgs.
- Resources
For More Information
- Contact the confidential helpline: 2-1-1 (Maine only)
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.