Keep gambling entertainment
Casino games have uncertain outcomes. A win is not income, a loss is not something you need to win back, and no directory listing, review, strategy, or player-reported result can guarantee what happens next.
Your wellbeing comes first
It is always okay to skip a session, leave early, or decide that gambling is not right for you.
Set boundaries before you play
- Choose a money limit using discretionary entertainment funds only.
- Choose a time limit and plan at least one break.
- Do not borrow, use essential money, or add funds to chase a loss.
- Keep transportation, meals, bills, and other planned expenses outside the gambling budget.
- Avoid gambling when you are impaired, distressed, or trying to escape a difficult feeling.
- Decide in advance what will help you leave, and tell someone you trust if that makes the boundary easier to keep.
Notice warning signs
Consider taking a break and talking with someone if gambling takes more time or money than intended, creates conflict, leads to chasing losses, feels difficult to stop, or becomes a source of secrecy or distress.
You do not need to wait for a crisis to ask for help. Support can also help family members and friends who are worried about someone else's gambling.
Find confidential support in the United States
National Problem Gambling Helpline
The National Council on Problem Gambling's current National Problem Gambling Helpline is 1-800-MY-RESET (1-800-697-3738). It offers call, text, and chat connections to information, support, and referrals across the United States and territories.
National Problem Gambling Helpline (National Council on Problem Gambling)
Mental-health crisis support
If you or someone else is in immediate danger or experiencing a mental-health or substance-use crisis in the United States, call or text 988. For an emergency, call 911.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (SAMHSA)
Need a different resource?
Support availability can vary by country and jurisdiction. The links above are U.S. resources; seek local emergency or health services where you are.
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