Tips for Responsible Gambling
- Play for entertainment, not to make money; “Hope to win, expect to lose.”
- Know how the game works and what the odds are before you play.
- Use your entertainment budget, not money for everyday expenses.
- Set a budget and stick to it. Remember “Set a limit. Stay within it.”
- Consider leaving your ATM and credit cards at home.
- Plan how long you will play before you start. Budget your time the same way you budget your money.
- Take frequent breaks.
- Be aware – risk increases at times of loss or depression.
- Don’t borrow money to play.
- Do not ‘chase’ losses; accept them as the cost of entertainment.
- Don’t gamble alone. Go gambling with someone who finds it easy to call it quits.
- Balance gambling with other leisure activities.
- Remember the house always has the advantage, so the longer you play the more you’ll pay.
- Drink responsibly.
