Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment

At True Health and Beauty Wishlaw, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming. Online casino gaming should be viewed as entertainment only – never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Always gamble within your means and remember that the house always has a mathematical advantage.

If you choose to gamble, do so responsibly and for fun. Set limits, stick to them, and seek help if you feel your gambling is becoming problematic.

Age Verification

In Great Britain, you must be 18 years of age or older to gamble legally. Online casinos have a legal obligation to verify your age and identity before allowing you to play. If you are under 18, please do not attempt to access gambling websites.

Parents and guardians: if you're concerned about underage gambling, consider using parental controls and monitoring software on your devices.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Do you recognise any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone you know?

• Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
• Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
• Neglecting family, friends, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
• Hiding your gambling or lying about how much you gamble
• Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
• Feeling restless or irritable when trying to reduce gambling
• Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or other negative feelings
• Failed attempts to stop or control your gambling
• Relationship problems caused by gambling
• Financial difficulties or debt related to gambling

If you recognise these signs, help is available. Please reach out to one of the support organisations listed below.

Self-Help Tools

Responsible online casinos provide tools to help you manage your gambling:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly). Once reached, you cannot deposit further until the period resets.
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose. Once reached, your account will be restricted from further gambling.
• Spend Limits: Control the total amount you spend on gaming across all platforms.
• Reality Checks: Enable reminders during gameplay to check how long you've been playing and how much you've spent.
• Time Limits: Set a maximum session duration. Your account will be locked when the time expires.
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling accounts. This is a powerful tool when you feel you've lost control.

Use these tools proactively. They are designed to help you maintain control and gamble responsibly.

Support Organisations & Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, support is available. Please contact one of these organisations:

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free counselling and support for problem gamblers
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential, 24/7)
• GamStop – The National Self-Exclusion Scheme for Great Britain
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  Self-exclude from all licensed online gambling operators at once
• Gamblers Anonymous – Free peer support groups
  Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk

International Support (If Applicable)

• Australia: Gambling Help Online
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
• Canada: Responsible Gambling Council
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
• United States: National Council on Problem Gambling
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org
  Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
• Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  Website: www.bzga.de

All support services are confidential and free to use.

Take Action Today

If you feel your gambling is out of control, don't suffer in silence – seek help immediately.

Reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness. The organisations above have helped thousands of people regain control of their gambling and their lives. Whether you need information, advice, or counselling, professional support is just a phone call or click away.

Remember: It's never too late to ask for help.

This information is provided for harm reduction purposes. True Health and Beauty Wishlaw is committed to promoting responsible gaming and supporting player wellbeing. For the most current and region-specific guidance, please visit the Gambling Commission website at www.gamblingcommission.gov.uk.