Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
Online pokies and casino games should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The odds are always in favor of the house, and there is no guaranteed way to win. Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
By using abugslife.online, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in your Australian state or territory, whichever is higher. Gambling is not permitted for persons under the legal age in their jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may have a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Hiding gambling activity or lying to family and friends about how much you gamble
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to cut down or stop gambling
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to get the same excitement
- Neglecting work, school, family, or hobbies due to gambling
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to finance gambling
- Failed attempts to control, cut back, or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, anxiety, or depression
If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Limits
Most reputable online gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit over a specific period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a session or time period
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic reminders or session cutoffs to limit your playing time
- Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders during play to help you stay aware of time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling platforms for a set period or indefinitely
We encourage you to use these tools to maintain healthy gambling habits.
Support Organizations in Australia
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, confidential help is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling and support
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858
International Support
- GamCare (UK) – Free, confidential support and treatment for problem gambling
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (UK) – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada) – Resources and support for problem gambling
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (USA) – Helpline and resources
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Phone: 1-800-522-4700
Need Help?
If you believe you have a gambling problem, or if someone you care about does, please reach out for help today. Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and support is available. You don't have to face this alone.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au for free, confidential support.