· 9 min · Tips
Ten practical tips to stop or cut down gambling
Concrete steps—from removing apps to talking to someone you trust—with clear limits on what general articles can do.
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· 7 min · Tips
Checklist: the first 48 hours without gambling
A flexible hour-by-hour style plan for the most intense urges—plus UK helpline numbers.
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GamStop: what it is, what it is not (United Kingdom)
Free self-exclusion from most UK-licensed online gambling operators—clear limits and myths.
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Gambling Therapy: online support—what to expect
A non-profit international service—chat, groups, and resources—without confusing it with NHS therapy.
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Signs gambling might be becoming a problem
Behavioural and emotional patterns—why early conversation with your GP or GamCare matters.
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Where to get help in the UK (GamCare, NHS, GA)
A simple map of public and charitable routes—always check official sites for up-to-date numbers.
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CBT and problem gambling: plain-English basics
What cognitive behavioural therapy often focuses on—educational summary, not a treatment plan.
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When gambling hurts at home: conversations in the UK
Talking without shaming, and getting support for you if you are affected by someone else’s gambling.
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Self-exclusion, apps, and screens: reducing access (UK)
GamStop, operator tools, and habits that can complement—not guarantee—change.
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When is it worth seeking professional help?
Signs that self-help alone may not be enough—and typical first steps in the UK.
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