- chasing losses
- Returning to gambling to try to win back money already lost. This behaviour often leads to larger bets and deeper losses, creating a cycle that is difficult to break. Recognise the 7 warning signs before gambling becomes a problem
- cooling-off period
- A mandatory delay before an increase to a deposit limit takes effect. The wait, usually one to three days, gives you time to reconsider the decision. What is a deposit limit and how to use it in 3 steps
- deposit limit
- A cap you set on how much money you can add to a gambling account over a chosen period. Once you reach the limit, you cannot deposit more until the time frame resets. What is a deposit limit and how to use it in 3 steps
- GamStop
- A free national scheme that blocks access to all gambling sites licensed in Great Britain with one registration. Periods range from six months to permanent. What is self-exclusion and how it works in 3 steps
- self-exclusion
- A tool that blocks access to your gambling account for a set minimum period you choose, and cannot be reversed before the term ends. GamStop applies this across all sites licensed in Great Britain at once. Recognise the 7 warning signs before gambling becomes a problem
- trigger
- A situation, emotion, thought or sensory cue that prompts the urge to gamble. Triggers can be internal, such as boredom or stress, or external, such as a particular time of day or location. Recognise your gambling triggers in 4 practical steps
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