Book of Lucky Jack: Ra's Treasure

Responsible Gaming

Let it stay a bit of fun — never a fix for money trouble

Important Notice

Gambling carries a genuine risk of addiction, and high-variance games can deepen the pull. If it's begun to harm your life, don't put it off — get help today. You're not alone in this, and support is there at any hour.

Signs of Problem Gambling

  • Staking more than your finances can bear
  • Pushing aside work, family, or other duties
  • Betting harder to recover a loss
  • Borrowing or selling things to fund more play
  • Hiding the real extent of your gambling
  • Carrying anxiety or low mood tied to gambling
  • Trying to ease off but not being able to

Tips for Safe Gambling

Set a Budget

Settle on what you can lose before you play, then hold the line.

Set Time Limits

Give the session a clock and end it when time's up.

Never Chase Losses

A cold run is no reason to stake more — take the hit and move on.

Take Breaks

Regular time away keeps your head clear.

Self-Assessment: Is Gambling Affecting You?

Answer them straight. The checklist below comes from the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI). If two or more come back “yes”, it's worth getting in touch with one of the organizations listed above.

1

Have you bet more than you could afford to lose in the past 12 months?

2

Have you needed to gamble with larger amounts of money to get the same feeling of excitement?

3

Have you gone back another day to try to win back money you lost?

4

Have you borrowed money or sold anything to get money to gamble?

5

Have you felt that you might have a problem with gambling?

6

Has gambling caused you any health problems, including stress or anxiety?

This is not a diagnostic tool. For professional assessment, contact GamCare (0808 8020 133) or your local gambling helpline.

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