Responsible Gaming

Online gaming should be a fun way to pass the time and entertain yourself. However, there are times when playing becomes more than just fun and the enjoyment stops. It's then time to take a break or consider stopping altogether.

At Casinos-arabic.com, we promote responsible gaming. All the casinos, poker sites, and sports betting sites we partner with offer the option to set deposit limits or self-exclude for a specified or permanent period.

We are not health professionals, but we have gathered below information on responsible gaming and gambling issues. Take a look, reflect, and seek help if you think you need it!

How to Gamble Responsibly

GambleAware is the leading UK nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and combating gambling-related harm. Their list includes ten tips for gambling safely:

  1. Don't think of gambling as a way to make money.

  2. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose.

  3. Set a money limit in advance.

  4. Set a time limit in advance.

  5. Don't chase your losses.

  6. Don't gamble when you're depressed or upset.

  7. Balance gambling with other activities.

  8. Don't take your bank card with you.

  9. Take breaks.

  10. Avoid gambling when under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

While the list may be more geared towards casino-goers, it also holds merit among online players. We strongly recommend using online casino deposit limits and time-related limits.

Signs You're Gambling Problematically

The definition of problem gambling, addiction, or disorders varies by country and sources. The American Psychiatric Association (APA) calls it gambling disorder and defines it as: "Gambling disorder involves repeated gambling behavior that causes significant problems or distress."

According to the APA, a diagnosis of gambling disorder requires at least four of the following elements in the last year:

  1. Need to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the desired excitement.

  2. Restlessness or irritability when trying to reduce or stop gambling.

  3. Repeated unsuccessful efforts to control, reduce, or stop gambling.

  4. Frequent thoughts about gambling (e.g., reliving past gambling experiences, planning the next gambling episode, thinking of ways to get money for gambling).

  5. Often gambling when distressed.

  6. Frequent attempts to "chase" losses.

  7. Lying to conceal gambling activity.

  8. Jeopardizing or losing a significant relationship, job, or educational or career opportunity because of gambling.

  9. Reliance on others to resolve gambling-related problems.

If you have ever felt or done any of the listed items above, you may need to take control of your gambling habits. BeGambleAware offers an anonymous online test that could provide further insight into your gambling habits.

You Are Not Alone

A literature review published in (2016) suggests that the prevalence of gambling problems worldwide ranges from 0.12% to 5.8%. According to a well-cited old study published in 1998, the prevalence was 4.7%.

Whatever the current prevalence, you are not alone. Millions of people worldwide suffer from gambling addiction.

Where to Find Help

Below is a list of help centers and organizations. These institutions offer rehabilitation and support services in various areas, including gambling addiction.

United Arab EmiratesNational Rehabilitation Center+971 800 2252[email protected]
Saudi ArabiaFreese Rehab+966 506 022 759[email protected]
QatarNaufar+974 4494 6000[email protected]
KuwaitKuwait Addiction Treatment Center+965 2497 0604-