Free, confidential support around the clock. In Mississippi, you can also call the Mississippi Council on Problem & Compulsive Gambling at 1-888-777-9696. In crisis, call or text 988.
Gambling should always be entertainment, never a way to make money or fix a money problem. We write only for players who are 21 or older and can afford to lose what they stake. If that’s not where you are today, please use the resources on this page.
Signs to Watch For
- Betting more than you planned, or chasing losses to win it back
- Gambling with money meant for rent, food, or bills
- Hiding your play from family, or lying about how much you’ve lost
- Feeling anxious, restless, or irritable when you try to stop
- Borrowing money or selling things to keep gambling
Tools & Resources
Deposit & Loss Limits
Decide what you can afford before you play and set deposit, loss, and session limits in your account settings. Treat it like the cost of a night out — money you’ve already decided to spend.
Self-Exclusion & Cool-Offs
Reputable casinos let you lock yourself out for a set period, from a short cool-off to long-term self-exclusion. Use it the moment play stops feeling fun.
Reality Checks & Timeouts
Turn on reality-check reminders so you’re alerted how long you’ve been playing, and take regular breaks. Never gamble to escape stress, while drinking, or to chase a loss.