Does gambling still feel optional and affordable?

Make the next step smaller

1. Pause accessClose the app or website and move away from the device. A short interruption can break automatic decisions.
2. Tell someoneShare what is happening with a trusted person or a trained adviser. Secrecy can make the pressure harder to judge.
3. Add a barrierUse GAMSTOP, bank gambling blocks and device blocking software. Combining barriers is often more practical than relying on willpower.
4. Protect essentialsDo not use money needed for housing, food, bills or debt. Speak to a free debt adviser if finances are already affected.

Signs worth acting on

• Chasing a loss or increasing stakes to change how you feel.
• Hiding time or spending from people close to you.
• Borrowing, missing bills or using gambling during stress.
• Finding limits easy to remove or repeatedly reopening accounts.
• Feeling restless, low or angry when trying to stop.