Responsible Gambling — Resources & Help | Zykur
Gambling should be entertainment, not a source of income or an escape. If gambling is causing problems, help is available — free and confidential.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
- Gambling more than you can afford to lose
- Chasing losses with bigger bets
- Hiding gambling from friends and family
- Borrowing money to gamble
- Gambling interfering with work, relationships, or health
- Feeling anxious, guilty, or stressed about gambling
How to Stay in Control
- Set a budget — Only gamble money you can afford to lose completely
- Set time limits — Decide in advance how long you'll play; set an alarm
- Never chase losses — Accept losses as the cost of entertainment
- Don't gamble when emotional — Avoid gambling when stressed, depressed, or under the influence
- Use casino limits — Set deposit, loss, and session limits directly at the casino
- Self-exclude if needed — All licensed casinos must offer self-exclusion options
Free Help Resources
- National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) — US Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
- Gambling Therapy — Free online support worldwide
- Gamblers Anonymous — Free support groups worldwide
- BeGambleAware — UK resources and helpline