We want you to enjoy your gambling experience by staying in control. For most people, gambling is an exciting and fun form of entertainment. For others, it can become a problem with devastating consequences to them, their families and friends.
Are you in control of your gambling? Is it affecting you negatively, and impacting other aspects of your life?
Below are some signs that you may be at risk of experience gambling-related harm:
When you lose a bet, you try to win it back
You gamble more money than you can afford to, or originally wanted to spend
You keep losing track of time when gambling
You start earmarking future gambling winnings for bills, or household expenses
You start thinking of things to sell, asking to borrow money or consider stealing to find money to gamble
Problem gambling and gambling addictions can escalate and cause negative effects such as:
Unwanted debts and financial stress
Relationship breakdowns
Stress and depression
Legal issues where fraud or theft is involved
How Dabble can help.
Dabble recommends that users access a range of independent support tools through Gambling Help Online to help stay in control. These can include:
For more free and confidential advice, please visit any of the following links to support services or online tools for assistance:
Counselling, information and 24/7 support via the National Gambling Helpline
Ph: 1800 858 858
Provides counselling, mediation, and relationship support services.
Ph: 1300 364 277
In-person meetings and support in your local area
Ph: Varies by State. Visit gaaustralia.org.au for more information
24/7 crisis support for those in distress
Ph: 13 11 44
free service for people who want to exclude from all Australian online wagering providers.
For more information, visit www.betstop.gov.au or call 1800 238 786