If gambling’s on your mind, we’re here to help
We offer free, confidential help and support to anyone who’s worried about their – or someone else’s – gambling.
Support provided by the National Gambling Treatment Service
Losing track of the world around you when you gamble?
When playing online gambling games, it’s easy to lose track of time and money and get lost in the game.
Check out our advice and support to stay in control of your gambling.
What would you like help with?
I’d like to feel more in control of my gambling
See how others have gained control of their gambling and take our tests to get the tools that are right for you.
I’m worried I might have a gambling problem
Find out if you have a gambling problem and see what others have done to overcome theirs. You can also access useful tools to help you feel in control again.
I want to help someone who’s gambling
It can be hard to know what to say or do. Learn how to help someone who’s gambling and get support and advice so you can look out for you too.
Gambling stories
Ben's story
"No one ever talks about losses. So, it's really hard to even know if someone's got a problem or not, because if you haven’t won for a while – you just won’t say anything...Hearing other people’s stories that are similar to mine kind of makes you think ‘Wait a minute’… you realise you’re not a million miles away from it."
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Mina's story
"I try and set myself limits to keep it under control. You can sit there and say you’re in control – but sometimes you’re not. Having a spend calculator is really helpful….it visually shows how much you’re spending. You can’t ignore it."
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Adam's story
"I never thought I had a problem. I didn't want to be seen like a gambler and addict. But they're all the things that I was...I think now knowing that I can pick up the phone to someone, or I could reach out to someone and get help straight away…it might have been easier."
Danni's story
"At first I wouldn’t say anything because actually... it's not really my place to say, it's not my money. Then I thought I could help him, but I realise now that's not the case and I should have looked after myself first… I still sometimes have to remember to do that."
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Joanne's story
"I never talked about anything. I wish I had, just saying stuff out loud makes such a difference… I went to group meetings and the more I spoke about my story, the more open I was. And the more I was getting asked questions and getting more involved. It was that that helped me in my recovery."
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Whether you’re looking for treatment, advice, or you just want to talk to someone about your – or someone else’s – gambling, there’s lots of support available.
