Responsible Gaming
Gambling should be entertainment, not a financial strategy. Whether you play blackjack with Ethereum or any other currency, it is essential to maintain healthy boundaries and recognize when gambling stops being fun.
National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG)
1-800-522-4700
Available 24/7 | Call, text, or chat
Website: ncpgambling.org
Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Be honest with yourself if you recognize any of these patterns:
- Spending more money or time gambling than you intended
- Chasing losses by increasing bet sizes or depositing more after a losing session
- Gambling with money you cannot afford to lose (rent, bills, savings)
- Feeling restless or irritable when trying to reduce or stop gambling
- Lying to family or friends about gambling activity
- Neglecting work, relationships, or personal health because of gambling
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
- Using gambling as an escape from stress, anxiety, or depression
How to Gamble Responsibly
- Set a budget before each session. Decide how much you can afford to lose and stop when you reach that limit.
- Set time limits. Use a timer or alarm to remind yourself when your planned session is over.
- Never chase losses. Losing streaks happen. Adding more funds will not change the math.
- Do not gamble under the influence. Alcohol and other substances impair judgment and risk assessment.
- Treat gambling as entertainment. The cost of playing is like the cost of any other leisure activity.
- Take regular breaks. Step away from the screen to maintain perspective.
Self-Exclusion Options
Most online casinos offer self-exclusion tools that let you temporarily or permanently block your account. If you feel you cannot control your gambling:
- Contact the casino's customer support to request self-exclusion
- Use browser-based blocking tools like Gamban or BetBlocker
- Ask a trusted person to help you restrict access to gambling sites
US Helplines by State
- National: NCPG Helpline — 1-800-522-4700 (24/7)
- National: SAMHSA Helpline — 1-800-662-4357
- California: Office of Problem Gambling — 1-800-522-4700
- New York: OASAS Hopeline — 1-877-846-7369
- New Jersey: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
- Florida: Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling — 1-888-236-4848
- Texas: Texas Health and Human Services — 1-800-522-4700
Additional Resources
- Gamblers Anonymous: gamblersanonymous.org
- GamTalk (peer support): gamtalk.org
- Gambling Therapy: gamblingtherapy.org
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please reach out. Help is available, confidential, and free.