Responsible Gaming

Self-Assessment: Test Your Gaming Habits

Answer these questions honestly to evaluate your gaming habits. This test is confidential and not stored.

1. How often do you play lottery games?

Less than once a month 1-3 times per month 1-2 times per week Daily or almost daily

2. How much do you typically spend per month on lottery tickets?

Less than $50 $50 - $200 $200 - $500 More than $500

3. Have you ever exceeded your planned budget?

Never Rarely Sometimes Often

4. Has gambling had a negative impact on your life?

No impact Minor impact Moderate impact Significant impact

5. Do you often think about lottery games outside of playing?

Never Rarely Sometimes Very often

Control Tools

Budget Tracker

Set and monitor your monthly spending limits.

Monthly budget ($)

Spent this month

Time Limits

Set maximum duration for your gaming sessions.

Max session time (minutes)

Cooling Off Period

Take a voluntary break to reflect on your gaming habits.

Break duration

Warning Signs to Watch For

⚠️ Behavioural Signs

• Constantly thinking about lottery games, even when not playing
• Gradually increasing ticket purchases to feel the same excitement
• Neglecting family, work, or social responsibilities
• Lying about time or money spent on gambling
• Trying unsuccessfully to stop or feeling anxious when unable to play

💰 Financial Signs

• Regularly exceeding your planned budget
• Borrowing money to continue playing
• Using money intended for essentials (rent, food)
• Selling personal belongings to fund gambling
• Accumulating gambling-related debt

🆘 If you recognise several of these signs...

It's important to seek help quickly. The sooner you act, the easier it will be to regain healthy balance.

Help & Support Resources

Gambler's Help

Free national confidential helpline

Phone: 1800 858 858

Availability: 24/7

Cost: Free

Gambling Help Online

Free online counselling and chat support

Services: Online chat & email

Type: Professional counselling

Audience: Gamblers & families

Lifeline Australia

Crisis support and suicide prevention

Phone: 13 11 14

Availability: 24/7

Support: Crisis counselling

Tips for Healthy Gaming

Set Limits

Decide in advance how much you can afford to lose and stick to that limit.

Take Breaks

Regular breaks help prevent impulsive or emotional decision-making.

Never Chase Losses

Don't try to recover losses by increasing bets or playing longer.

Keep Balance

Gaming should remain one activity among many, not your main focus.

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