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For
many people gambling is exciting and entertaining. They make
careful decisions about spending time and money, where to go
and how to have fun. The following are some ways people gamble
responsibly.
Tips For Responsible Gambling:
- Gamble
for entertainment, not as a way to make money.
- Balance
gambling with other leisure activities.
- Only
use discretionary income, not money for every day expenses.
- Set
a budget and stick to it.
- If
you are losing, don't chase your losses.
- Set
a time limit and take frequent breaks.
Gambling
is often regarded with a sense of mystique. Many people believe
they can "win big" over time. The following are
some common misconceptions about gambling:
- Gambling
is an easy way to make money.
- Gambling
is the solution to my problems.
- I believe
I can beat the odds.
- Borrowing
to gamble is okay.
- I can
always win it back.
- I am
a lucky person.
- This
machine is ready for a large payoff.
- If
you flip a coin and it comes up "heads" several
times in a row, the next time it is more likely to come
up "tails."
- My
lottery number is bound to come up if I play it consistently.
- I don't
have a gambling problem, it's a financial problem.
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Tips to make gambling fun:
- Gamble
for fun, not as a way to make money.
- Decide
ahead of time how much money you plan to spend and stick
to it.
- Leave
credit cards and bank cards at home.
- Gamble
only with money that you can afford to lose.
- If
you win big, enjoy! BUT DON'T expect it to happen again.
- When
gambling, take breaks: walk around, eat, and talk to someone.
- Gamble
sober.
- Balance
gambling with other leisure activities.
- Do
not try to win back your losses.
- Make
your own decisions about gambling - don't gamble because
others want you to.
What
you can do?
If you think you have a problem or know someone who does, there are qualified people you can call. We can help you with more information or refer you to the right person in your area.
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