RESPONSIBLE GAMING

1. RESPONSIBLE GAMING

1.1. As defined under the Responsible Gaming Code of Practice, Problem Gambling means an urge to continuously gamble despite harmful negative consequences or a desire to stop. It is often defined by whether harm is experienced by the gambler or others, as a result of the gambler's behavior.

 1.2. You may be experiencing Gambling Addiction or Problem Gambling if you are experiencing any of the following:

 1.2.1. Being preoccupied with gambling, such as constantly planning gambling activities and how to get more gambling money;

 1.2.2. Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to get the same thrill;

 1.2.3. Trying to control, cut back or stop gambling, without success;

 1.2.4. Feeling restless or irritable when you try to cut down on gambling;

 1.2.5. Gambling to escape problems or relieve feelings of helplessness, guilt, anxiety or depression;

 1.2.6. Trying to get back lost money by gambling more (chasing losses);

 1.2.7. Lying to family members or others to hide the extent of your gambling;

 1.2.8. Risking or losing important relationships, a job, or school or work opportunities because of gambling; or

 1.2.9. Asking others to bail you out of financial trouble because you gambled money away.

 1.3. Gambling is meant to be a fun and entertaining activity if done responsibly. Gambling should never be a source of income. You should likewise not engage in gambling if you are using money which you cannot afford to lose.

 1.4. If you feel you are experiencing any of the above signs, you may get in touch with the following organizations to seek help:

  1.4.1. Life Changer Recovery Center

Contact: (02) 415-7964/415-6529

Website: www.lifechangerecovery.ph 

 1.4.2. Bridges of Hope Drugs and Alcohol Rehabilitation Foundation, Inc.

Contact: (02) 622-0193/0917-5098826

Website: www.bridgesofhope.ph 

 1.4.3. You may also contact PAGCOR Self Exclusion Program: [email protected]; Self-Exclusion Form