Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Culinary Medicine College, we believe that betting and casino gaming should be enjoyed purely as a form of entertainment. It should never be viewed as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities. If you are under the legal age, please do not use betting sites or casino platforms. Age verification is a legal requirement and helps protect young people from gambling-related harm.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate problem gambling:
- Frequently chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount spent
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Neglecting family, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when unable to gamble
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
- Using gambling as an escape from stress, anxiety, or emotional problems
Self-Help Tools
Most responsible betting sites offer built-in tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a limit on the amount of money you are willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications during play to remind you how long you've been gambling
- Time-Out/Cool-Off: Take a temporary break from gambling (hours, days, or weeks) without closing your account
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling sites for a set period or permanently
We strongly encourage you to use these tools if you feel your gambling is getting out of control.
Get Help — Support Organizations
If you are struggling with gambling, confidential help is available. Reach out to one of these organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free counselling, support, and resources
www.gamcare.org.uk
Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential) - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk
Self-exclude from all licensed UK online gambling operators - Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support and 12-step programme
Helpline: 0800 088 6470
Other Countries
- Australia: Gambling Help Online
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Canada: Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org - United States: National Council on Problem Gambling
www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Telephone Counselling: 0800 1 372 700
If You Need Help
Problem gambling can affect anyone, and seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please reach out to one of the support organisations listed above. Help is available, confidential, and free.
Don't hesitate to contact a helpline or visit a support website today.