Responsible Gaming

For an exciting and rational game, players should not forget about the following rules and recommendations:

• Dont’ gamble to make money or solve financial problems;
• Place bets to have fun and gain new experience;
• Carefully monitor how much money and time you spend on gambling;
• Never borrow money to bet;
• Never visit a gaming site while intoxicated;
• If you lose, do not try to win back at any cost;
• Before placing a bet, carefully study the rules of the game;
• Set aside an amount that you can spend on games, and do not exceed this budget.

In order to identify gambling addiction, gamers only need to answer a few questions:

1. Do your friends or relatives disapprove of your gambling?
2. Do you bet to make money and solve financial problems?
3. Do you increase your bet amount with each game?
4. Do you play until you spend all your money?
5. Have you started missing study or work?
6. Has your reputation and relationships with colleagues deteriorated?
7. Have you ever borrowed money to gamble?
8. Have you experienced suicidal thoughts if you lost?

The more positive answers, the more likely there is a problem. For a complete diagnosis, gamers are advised to contact a specialized institution, since only a qualified doctor can make an accurate diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment. During the examination period, the player is recommended to take a break from the game.

Today, many international and national organizations help gamblers fight addiction. These institutions have websites where they share useful information and offer online counseling as well as therapy. Gamers can become familiar with the activities and principles of several organizations.