Responsible Gaming

Introduction

At awkwardgardener.co.uk, we believe that NFL betting should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. Please bet within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

We are committed to protecting young people. You must be 18 years of age or older to place bets in the United Kingdom. If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not use betting sites. Parents and guardians are encouraged to speak with young people about the risks of gambling.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available:

• Chasing losses by betting more to recover money lost
• Gambling with money intended for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
• Hiding gambling activity or lying about the amount wagered
• Spending increasing amounts of time and money on gambling
• Feeling anxious or irritable when trying to reduce or stop gambling
• Neglecting work, family, hobbies, or relationships due to gambling
• Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
• Failed attempts to control or stop gambling
• Using gambling as a way to escape problems or negative emotions

Self-Help Tools

Most reputable betting operators offer tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a chosen timeframe
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose over a period
• Reality Checks: Receive reminders about your gambling activity and time spent betting
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from betting accounts
• Time-Outs: Take a break from gambling for a set period

We encourage you to use these tools proactively to manage your betting responsibly.

Support Organisations

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, confidential help is available from the following organisations:

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free counselling and support service
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential, 24/7)
• GamStop – National Self-Exclusion Scheme
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  Allows you to self-exclude from all licensed UK operators
• Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support meetings
  Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk

International Support

• 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 | 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
• Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – www.bzga.de

Call to Action

If you think you may have a gambling problem, please reach out for help today. Speaking to someone is a sign of strength, not weakness. The organisations listed above provide free, confidential support and can help you take back control. You do not have to struggle alone.

Remember: Gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, stop.