Chase the rainbow for fun, not for a pot you can't afford
Leprechaun Charms is a bit of luck-of-the-Irish fun, not a real pot of gold. Gambling can slip from charm to trap before you notice. If the spins start draining your wallet or dampening your mood, follow the rainbow to help instead. Free, private support is waiting any time you need it.
Count out the coins you can spare and leave the rest of the pot untouched.
Put a clock on your session so a quick spin doesn't stretch on.
There's no lucky charm that wins back a loss. Chasing it only costs more.
Step off the trail regularly. A rested mind spots trouble sooner.
Be honest, there's no fooling yourself here. The six questions below come from the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI). If two or more get a “yes”, it's worth reaching out to one of the groups above.
Have you bet more than you could afford to lose in the past 12 months?
Have you needed to gamble with larger amounts of money to get the same feeling of excitement?
Have you gone back another day to try to win back money you lost?
Have you borrowed money or sold anything to get money to gamble?
Have you felt that you might have a problem with gambling?
Has gambling caused you any health problems, including stress or anxiety?
This is not a diagnostic tool. For professional assessment, contact GamCare (0808 8020 133) or your local gambling helpline.
