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Safer Gambling


Α player who gambles safely, perceives gambling as a form of entertainment, does not bet more than he can lose and fully understands how gambling works. Here you can find certain strategies and tips for safer gambling.


    - Do not perceive gambling as a way to "make money". In the end, you will probably end up losing more money than you gain. Think of gambling simply as a form of entertainment.

    - Bet only with money you can spend from your monthly budget and not more.

    - Set money and time limits and stick to them.

    - Do not try to bet in order to get back the money you lost by gambling. If you keep playing, chances are against you and you will probably have larger losses.

    - Do not gamble when you are upset or sad. Your psychological condition affects the way you bet. Make sure you are in a good psychological condition when engaging in gambling activities.

    - Do not gamble when you are upset or sad. Your psychological condition affects the way you bet. Make sure you are in a good psychological condition when engaging in gambling activities.

    - Do not carry more money than you can spend (depending on the limit of the amount that you have set) and leave your credit cards at home when gambling.

    - Do not consume alcohol and do not use other substances, especially when gambling, as it may affect your judgment and your ability to perceive a situation.


HELP

If you are concerned about your gambling behaviour, or if you are worried that someone you care about may be facing a gambling addiction, you can call the following helplines:

1454: Advisory Services of the Multiple Intervention Centre

For adults 22+

1456: PERSEAS Counselling Center for Adolescents and Family

For adolescents & young adults until 22

Or you can find the available treatment centres on the National Addictions Authority’s website at: www.naac.org.cy

Direct helpline

For more information about safer gambling, visit: www.safergambling.gov.cy

For more information about National Betting Authority visit: www.nba.gov.cy