Self-help

Self-help is the first choice and most widely used type of help amongst people wanting to change their gambling habits. Different strategies work for different people. Check out some suggestions below to see what could work for you.

Past problem gamblers say part of the success of self-help actions is through using them in combinations that meet their own individual needs. Finding solutions to your gambling change may involve finding the combination of actions that work well together for you.

self-help guide

The ‘You can control your gambling’ self-help guide can be used to help identify and reduce the impact of your gambling habits in conjunction with counselling, or as a self-management tool.


Contact us

If gambling has become a problem for you, or someone you care about, get some help. It’s free and confidential.

Call the Gambling Helpline on 1800 858 858 anytime 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

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