Responsibility

Enjoy entertainment in moderation.

Do not devote all your free time to entertainment, nor play for varying durations. Adopt a routine, for example, one hour per day, but not every day.

List of rules

The rules and principles of responsible gaming are simple, logical, and easy to apply. It is essential to follow them from the start of your involvement in virtual entertainment, as later they may lose their effectiveness.

Vary your leisure activities.

Do not focus solely on virtual entertainment, even if it is your favourite. Practice a sport, read, or engage in other activities.

Manage your budget wisely.

Never spend amounts you would regret or that would force you to cut essential expenses. Never borrow money to entertain yourself.

Take regular breaks, use self-control tools like timers, blockers, or limits. Be attentive to your emotional state: irritation, mood swings, or unusual apathy are signs it’s time to consult a psychotherapist.

Responsible gaming

To prevent virtual entertainment from leading to gambling addiction, it is necessary to enjoy it while respecting the rules of "responsible gaming." These rules were developed by experts representing various international organisations actively fighting the spread of gambling addiction.

www.gamcare.org.uk

British portal to help people suffering from gambling addiction.

www.gambleaware.org

International and multilingual portal to support people suffering from addiction.

www.gamblingtherapy.org

International portal where people suffering from gambling addiction can find free help.

www.gamblersanonymous.org

Platform where users can register anonymously and find conversation partners.