Responsible Gambling with Pickswise
Key Information, Help And Guidance On How To Bet Responsibly
Responsible Gambling Tips
Prior outcomes have no impact on future outcomes
Individuals with gaming-related problems may believe after losing a series of bets, "if I keep playing, my luck will change and I'll win back the money I've lost". However, prior outcomes (including losses) have no impact on how the bettor will fare in the future.
Gambling should not be a source of income
We encourage people to play for fun or entertainment rather than a source of income.
Set limits and stick to them
While it may be tempting to go beyond your budget for a bet you like, make sure to set realistic limits and not chase the money if you end up losing.
Don't bet on sports while drinking
Avoid sports betting if under the influence of alcohol or drugs, which can significantly impair judgment.
Learn all of the rules
Before betting, take time to research and learn the rules of both the sportsbook ("house rules" for grading your bet) and the sport or event you're betting on.
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What Is Self-Exclusion?
Self-exclusion allows you to ban yourself from a given sportsbook or casino for a set period of time. While you can choose the period of time you would like to be excluded for, the minimum is usually 6 months to 1 year. Players who choose this option cannot be reinstated until after the chosen time period has elapsed.
What are Time Outs and Cool-Off Periods?
Time Outs and Cool-Off Periods are similar to Self-Exclusion, but last for a shorter period of time. The minimum amount of time for these breaks can vary from a few days to a month, depending on the sportsbook or casino.
What other kinds of limits can I set?
As a sportsbook/casino user, you can set limits on everything from your Deposit amount, Spending amount, Single Wager amount, or time spent on the platform. If you wish to make any changes to limits that you set, you will have to wait until the previous limit expires.
Safer Gambling Resources
The NCPG serves as the national advocate for programs and services to assist people and families affected by problem gambling.
Go to NCPG
The National Problem Gambling Helpline serves as the national advocate to mitigate gambling-related harm.
Go to NPG Helpline
The AGA serves as the single most effective advocate for commercial and tribal casino operators, gaming suppliers and allies in the gaming industry.
Go to AGA
Gamblers Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from a gambling problem.
Go to GA
GamTalk is a supportive community helping people with gambling issues share their experiences and ideas.
Go to GamTalk
Birches Health is a leading national problem gambling treatment provider offering high-quality clinical care for sports betting addiction covered by insurance and state government funding.
Go to Birches Health