THE GAMBLING TEST

It’s no fun if you can’t stop playing. Anyone who plays more frequently or bets more money than they were anticipating could be in danger of becoming addicted to gambling.

I often try to compensate for my losses by making more bets.
I no longer have my gambling behaviour under control.
I hide my gambling behaviour from friends and family.
I often blame myself after I have gambled.
I can no longer do without gambling for an extended period.
For me, gambling is an escape from stress, problems or worries.
I have to borrow money to be able to gamble.
My private/professional life suffers because of my gambling.
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BASIC RULES FOR PLAYING GAMBLING MACHINES

More than 10 million people enjoy the excitement and entertainment of playing gambling machines in casinos and restaurants when they observe a couple of basic rules:

  • Gambling machines are there for entertainment. Don’t play them to escape problems or worries!
  • Always set an exact financial limit before beginning to gamble!
  • Be informed before you start playing about the the rules of the game and your chances for winning!
  • Be careful that other freetime activities do not suffer as a result!
  • Set exact limits on your gambling frequency (e. g. days/ month) and time allowance (e. g. hours/day)!
  • Only gamble with money that you don’t need for other important things!
  • Never play with money you’ve borrowed!
  • Take regular breaks from gambling!
  • Don’t try to win back lost money with new bets!
  • Even if it is very difficult, stop playing after a lucky streak and take your winnings home!