Problem Gambling: our communities, our families, our problem

Check your gambling

Answer the following 9 questions and we'll give you an indication of your likelihood of having a gambling problem.

Over the past 12 months:

Never	Some of the time	Most of the time	Almost always
				How often have you bet more than you could really afford to lose?
				How often have you needed to gamble with larger amounts of money to get the same feeling of excitement?
				Have you gone back on another day to try to win back money you have lost?
				How often have you borrowed money or sold anything to gamble?
				How often have you felt you might have a problem with gambling?
				How often have people criticised your betting or told you you had a gambling problem, whether or not you thought it was true?
				How often have you felt guilty about the way you gamble or what happens when you gamble?
				How often has your gambling caused you any health problems, including stress or anxiety?
				How often has your gambling caused any financial problems for you or your household?

If you answered mostly ‘Most of the time’/ ‘all of the time’

Your score suggests that your gambling is likely to be a problem. The Gambling Helpline can offer you support, call 0800 654 655 24 hours - calls are free.

If you answered mostly ‘Most of the time’/ ‘some of the time’

Your score suggests you could have a problem with gambling, or that you could be at risk of developing one. It’s important that you speak to someone about your gambling. You’re welcome to call Gambling Helpline on 0800 654 655 or check out our self help tips.

If you answered mostly ‘Some of the time’ and some “never” some

Your score indicates that you’re probably not a problem gambler, although there may be a few things giving you cause for concern. To ensure your gambling remains under control, it’s important that you carefully monitor it. Come back and complete the gambling test again if things change. You can also call the 24 hour Gambling Helpline on 0800 654 655 to discuss ways to keep gambling safely or talk through anything you’re worried about.

If you answered a mixture of ‘never’ and ‘Some of the times’

Your score suggests you don’t need to be too worried about your gambling at this stage. If you are concerned about anything you could call the Gambling Helpline on 0800 654 655 for a chat. They are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It’s free and confidential.

If you answered ‘never’ to all

Your score suggests you don’t need to be worried about your gambling at this stage. If you’d like to find out more about gambling, or discuss your score, you’re welcome to call Gambling Helpline on 0800 654 655.

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