The first signs of unhealthy attitudes towards losses
1. Chasing a loss
After a series of failures, you continue to bet, trying to "recoup" by any means.
Raise rates or refill rates instead of stopping.
2. Emotional outbursts
Feel irritated, anxious or desperate when losing.
You are experiencing an adrenaline rush at the next attempt to return funds, despite the failures.
3. Ignoring pre-set limits
Cancel or raise your own limits immediately after losing, without giving yourself time to pause.
Postpone the "cooling" and return to the game ahead of schedule.
4. Replacing other needs with the game
Betting becomes a way to get away from boredom, stress or negative emotions.
Neglect habits: do not walk, do not engage in hobbies until you recoup.
5. Evasion of analysis and responsibility
Skip recording sessions and transactions so as not to record real losses.
Blame the "unhappy streak" or "dishonest system" without acknowledging your own role.
6. Constant thoughts about betting
Thinking about strategies, even when the activity should be rest.
Plan the next session immediately after the end of the previous one.
7. Conflicts in personal life
Due to losses, quarrels arise with loved ones.
Hide expenses or borrow from friends/family to keep playing.
8. Reduced time control
You play longer than planned: instead of 30 minutes - 1-2 hours or more.
You miss important things, you are late, you forget about obligations.
Protection measures at the first signs
1. Set a hard-loss limit in the casino office (hard-loss limit) and do not cancel it until the "cooling" is 24-72 hours.
2. Turn on self-exclusion for a short time (24-48 hours) to completely turn off emotions.
3. Start an external timer on your smartphone or a browser extension (BetBlocker) when the session starts.
4. Keep a simple log: record the date, amount of loss, emotions - analysis will help you adjust your behavior in time.
5. Reach out to loved ones or specialists: Talking and support reduce pressure and help take back control.
Recognizing these signs at an early stage allows you to act proactively: set up technical barriers, limit time and budget, and prevent the transition to serious financial and psychological problems.
After a series of failures, you continue to bet, trying to "recoup" by any means.
Raise rates or refill rates instead of stopping.
2. Emotional outbursts
Feel irritated, anxious or desperate when losing.
You are experiencing an adrenaline rush at the next attempt to return funds, despite the failures.
3. Ignoring pre-set limits
Cancel or raise your own limits immediately after losing, without giving yourself time to pause.
Postpone the "cooling" and return to the game ahead of schedule.
4. Replacing other needs with the game
Betting becomes a way to get away from boredom, stress or negative emotions.
Neglect habits: do not walk, do not engage in hobbies until you recoup.
5. Evasion of analysis and responsibility
Skip recording sessions and transactions so as not to record real losses.
Blame the "unhappy streak" or "dishonest system" without acknowledging your own role.
6. Constant thoughts about betting
Thinking about strategies, even when the activity should be rest.
Plan the next session immediately after the end of the previous one.
7. Conflicts in personal life
Due to losses, quarrels arise with loved ones.
Hide expenses or borrow from friends/family to keep playing.
8. Reduced time control
You play longer than planned: instead of 30 minutes - 1-2 hours or more.
You miss important things, you are late, you forget about obligations.
Protection measures at the first signs
1. Set a hard-loss limit in the casino office (hard-loss limit) and do not cancel it until the "cooling" is 24-72 hours.
2. Turn on self-exclusion for a short time (24-48 hours) to completely turn off emotions.
3. Start an external timer on your smartphone or a browser extension (BetBlocker) when the session starts.
4. Keep a simple log: record the date, amount of loss, emotions - analysis will help you adjust your behavior in time.
5. Reach out to loved ones or specialists: Talking and support reduce pressure and help take back control.
Recognizing these signs at an early stage allows you to act proactively: set up technical barriers, limit time and budget, and prevent the transition to serious financial and psychological problems.
