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Responsible gaming

The most important thing for playing in casinos is the responsible use of gambling For most people, gambling is a relaxing leisure activity, but there are players who consider gambling as a source of income. Excessive gambling consumption can lead to far-reaching consequences such as psychological dependence and the breakdown of social connections. In order to keep control over the game, it is important to prevent dependency problems by taking preventive measures. On this page, the characteristics of gambling addiction are explained in detail. Below you will find some useful rules for responsible gambling as well as an overview of the various counseling centers and non-profit organizations that can help with gambling addiction.

What exactly is gambling addiction?

We speak of gambling addiction when the urge to gamble has gotten out of control and gambling dominates people's lifestyle. Compulsive gambling behavior was recognized as a disease by the World Health Organization back in 1992. Although there are many

Gambling addiction is a recognized disease that affects thousands of françaises If there are screening instruments for the early detection of problematic gambling behavior, such as SOGS (South Oaks Gambling Screen) and GABS (The Gambling Attitudes and Beliefs Scale), the ICD-10 criteria are considered the reference standard for the presence of depressive disorders. Since 01.03.2001, health insurance and pension insurance companies in Canada have been paying the costs of psychotherapy and outpatient treatment. Basically, no one is immune to gambling addiction and the current research shows that between 149,000 and 340,000 people in Canada alone have pathological gambling behavior, of which 90% are men.

How do you know if you are addicted to gambling?

Affected players gradually lose their assets, often neglect their families for a long time and constantly think about playing. There are problems not only in the family, but also in the workplace. Further indications of problematic or pathological gambling are shown below:

  • Strong involvement of gambling
  • Covering up gambling problems to third parties
  • Restlessness and mood swings
  • Playing to solve private problems or cope with negative moods
  • Using illegal actions such as fakes and scams to be able to finance gambling
  • Compensate for losses due to intensive gaming
  • Play with higher and higher money stakes to achieve the desired excitement
  • Use more money than you have available
  • Job loss or professional problems due to gambling

What can you do about it?

For you, gambling is a popular pastime and a form of entertainment, but since they have a high risk potential, you should recognize the dangers at an early stage. In order not to fall into the vicious circle of a gambling addiction, it is of the utmost importance to choose an online casino that promotes responsible gambling. Reputable casino providers counteract gambling addiction with preventive measures. Here you will get a better impression of it:

Set betting and time limits: The majority of secure online casinos have implemented various player protection tools such as "GreenGaming". For example, many providers set a deposit limit for each player. This allows you to reduce your own expenses. Another helpful option is the chance to set your personal bet limits, the increase of which will only take effect after 48 or 72 hours. Furthermore, at most online casinos you can limit the game in time and find out about the previous winnings and losses.

Self-exclusion: Many online casinos give their customers the opportunity to exclude themselves from playing. This allows you to restrict your own gaming activity for a certain period of time, although this exclusion period can differ significantly from casino to casino. If you have already activated the self-exclusion, you will not be able to log into the respective casino or make use of its exclusive promotions during the selected period.

Protection of minors

Participation in gambling is permitted from the age of 18 and minors may not have access to online casinos. In order to prevent children or young people from entering the casino, the gambling sites require the entry of personal data such as (name, e-mail address, postal address, telephone number or debit / credit card data) during the registration process. Here are some steps that will help you to support the protection of children and young people:

  • Use a filter program such as Net Nanny or Cybersitter, which allows you to block access to gambling sites for underage persons.
  • Do not leave your computer unattended when playing at an online casino.
  • Avoid the "Save Password" option in the login window.
  • Do not pass on your credit card or bank account details to children or young people.
  • Create separate profiles for your children on your PC so that they do not have access to your data.

The Ten Golden Rules for Responsible Gaming

To keep control of your game and avoid problems with gambling, it is advisable to follow the following rules:

  1. Play only to lose as much money as you can afford.
  2. Do not try to compensate for losses by increasing the stakes.
  3. Set time and bet limits before the game.
  4. Do not play when you are tired or in a bad mood.
  5. Pay attention to how much time you spend playing.
  6. Never play under the influence of alcohol or medication.
  7. Take breaks in the game, no matter if you win or lose.
  8. Don't play to cope with depression or physical pain or to solve problems.
  9. Remember that gambling should be considered a form of entertainment.
  10. Create a balance between gaming and other activities.

Where can you find help?

If, despite all precautions, you get into the vicious circle of gambling addiction, from which you can not get out of yourself, then I strongly advise you to contact a professional advice center confidentially and anonymously. The Federal Centre for Health Education (BZgA), for example, offers an interactive counselling programme, a detailed self-test and extensive information on abstinence from gambling. You can reach the BZgA's free hotline at 0800 – 1 37 27 00 (Mo.-Do.: 10-22 a.m., Fr.- So. 10-18 O'clock). In addition, you can participate in an open consultation hour in the chat every Thursday from 15 to 17 o'clock. Under the following links you will find more information and free anonymous help:

Help for affected gambling addicts can be found, among other things, at the BZgA

www.anonyme-spieler.org www.spielen-mit-verantwortung.de www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk www.gamcare.org.uk www.gamblingtherapy.org

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