Information about gambling problems
Take the test we have posted here and remember that it is not embarrassing to ask for help!
Where can you get help if the gambling has come out of control?
for most people, all games go on gambling without any problems. but for some, this can develop into a problem. For those who feel the need for help in getting control of their playing, there are places to get information and help.
Gambling addiction-norway is a standalone interest organization, with close collaboration with various professional environments in the field of gambling addiction. anyone who has a problematic relationship with games if you are a player or relatives are welcome and contact. all types of games whether there is gambling or data/role/online games.
The international organization "Gamblers Anonymous"
They have a Norwegian department called "Anonymous gamblers"
there is information about the problem and contact information. it is recommended to visit the page of anonymous gamblers, even if you do not feel that you have a problem. The pages include "20 questions" - a test that can help determine if you have a gambling problem.
There is also a guide for gambling addicts in Norway that can be approached anonymously around the clock. The phone number is 800 800 40. More information can be found on the site of "Help line".
It is not embarrassing to seek help if you have a problem and need help solving it!
What we recommend besides seeking help:
1. write to the venue and ask them to exclude you. ask if they exclude you at all the casinos with the same software. it should be let go Do on some software. Then it becomes much more difficult to find a new venue.
2. Think about installing a program on your computer (can also be done on smartphone!) That excludes you 100% from all venues.
Here a pair of good programs:
GamBlock
Betfilter
3. think through your situation. remember to play at the casino should only be entertainment. there are 1000 more important things in life and Rather ask for help and exclude you from playing as soon as you feel something with your gaming is not good.
Test yourself: Do you have gambling problems?
using this self -test you can find out if you should consider doing something with your gaming behavior.
if you answer yes to one or more of the following 10 questions, you should Think about and consider seeking advice or help.
- are you constantly thinking about games? are you absent when playing/thinking about spill?
- Do you play more often with greater efforts to achieve greater effect?
- Have you ever tried to reduce your efforts or stop playing?
- do you become restless or annoyed by attempting to limit or quit to play?
- Do you play to forget or not have to think about everyday problems?
- Do you return to the venue to win back the lost?
- Do you lie to family and social circle to hide how much you play?
- have you done anything illegal (theft, falsehood, underlay, etc.) in order to be able to play?
- have you neglected or lost personal relationships, work, education due of games?
- do you expect family or others to solve the financial difficulties you Has ended up due to games?
if you answered yes to any questions, please contact eg. help line completely Anonymous on free number 800 800 40.