Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At yfhi.org, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Pokies and online gaming should only be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The house always has an edge, and there is no guaranteed way to win.
Please gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to legally gamble. We take this requirement seriously and do not permit access to our services by anyone under the legal gambling age.
If you are under 18, please do not use this website or engage in any gambling activities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may have a gambling problem:
- Constantly thinking about gambling or past gambling experiences
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Losing control and being unable to stop gambling
- Chasing losses by returning to gamble another day to try to win back lost money
- Hiding or lying about the extent of your gambling
- Using gambling as a way to escape problems or negative emotions
- Gambling with money needed for essentials like rent, bills, or groceries
- Neglecting relationships, work, or education due to gambling
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
- Feeling restless or irritable when trying to cut down on gambling
Self-Help Tools
Many gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control. Consider using these features:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you can deposit within a specific time period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you're willing to lose in a session or week
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Session Time Limits: Automatically end your gaming session after a set duration
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gambling platforms
Take advantage of these tools to help maintain responsible gambling habits.
Support Organizations in Australia
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organizations provide confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Free confidential online counselling and support for problem gambling
- National Problem Gambling Support Service: 1800 858 858 — Free telephone support available 24/7
International Resources
- United Kingdom — GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk
- United Kingdom — GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk
- Canada — Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States — National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org
Need Help?
If you're experiencing gambling-related difficulties, please reach out for support. There is no shame in seeking help, and speaking to a professional counselor can make a real difference.
Contact Gambling Help Online at 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au today.
Your wellbeing is important to us. Gamble responsibly and look after your health.