Gambling responsibly should always be your top priority. Play within your limits and know when to walk away. It is very easy to become overwhelmed and throw caution to the wind when chasing big wins, but in the long run it is not worth it and can cause great harm.
Some effects of out-of-control gambling include:
- Financial problems
- Poor performance at work
- Alcohol abuse
- Violence
Thankfully there are the following organisations in New Zealand that can assist you if you feel you or someone you know are at risk of a gambling addiction:
- Problem Gambling Foundation in New Zealand – call 0800 66 42 62 (toll-free) or email help@pgfnz.org.nz
- Choice not Change – call toll-free 24-hour hotline on 0800 654 655
Underaged gambling (under 18) is a large concern in New Zealand and it is advised to safeguard your children by implementing blocking filters, such as:
