Responsible Gambling
Most of the adult Queensland population gamble, whether it be at a casino or the local hotel or club, on bingo, the horses, sports events, keno, the pokies or some other game of chance.
For most of these people, gambling is a bit of light hearted entertainment.
The key to being a responsible gambler is to stay in control and remember that gambling is just a game.
The characteristics of a responsible gambler are:
- Sees gambling as entertainment not a job.
- Doesn't take gambling too seriously.
- Only gambles with money set aside for entertainment, never with the money for rent or food.
- Never borrows money to gamble, either from friends, money set aside for other things or credit cards.
- Sets limits on the amount of time and money they will spend.
- Sticks to these limits and walks away when they are reached.
- Recognises that you can't win in the long run and doesn't try to chase a win.
- Is relaxed and sociable.
- Is aware of family and friends.
- Is happy to take frequent breaks.
The responsible gambler doesn't let the game play them.
Last reviewed 6 May 2009
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