Gambling should be fun, not a problem
Slots like Chicken Ways are built to entertain, but gambling carries a real risk of addiction. If it's starting to weigh on your life, reach out now — help is a phone call away, day or night, and plenty of people have been exactly where you are.
Decide what you can lose before the first spin, and stop there.
Put a clock on your session so it doesn't drift.
A losing run is normal — treat it as the cost of playing.
Walk away now and then to keep a clear head.
Be straight with yourself here. The prompts below come from the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI). Two or more “yes” answers is a signal worth acting on — contact one of the groups listed above.
Have you bet more than you could afford to lose in the past 12 months?
Have you needed to gamble with larger amounts of money to get the same feeling of excitement?
Have you gone back another day to try to win back money you lost?
Have you borrowed money or sold anything to get money to gamble?
Have you felt that you might have a problem with gambling?
Has gambling caused you any health problems, including stress or anxiety?
This is not a diagnostic tool. For professional assessment, contact GamCare (0808 8020 133) or your local gambling helpline.
