People gamble for a lot of reasons. Most hope to win money but don't really expect to win. They gamble for the fantasy of the big win, as a mental holiday, or as part of a night out with friends. This becomes a problem when it is overdone and negatively affects other areas of a person's life - like school, work, and relationships. When this happens, gambling is no longer fun or recreational. In order to prevent gambling from becoming a personal problem, please bear the following in mind:

* Gambling should be entertaining and not seen as a means to making money.
* Keep track of the amount of money you spend and only gamble what you can afford to lose. Do not chase your losses.
* Keep track of the amount of time you spend gambling.

Responsible gaming here at TurboGammon means that we encourage you NOT to gamble when any of the following criteria apply:

* You are tired.
* You are under the influence of any substances that alter your state of mind, e.g. alcohol, drugs, or medication.
* You have the feeling you need to win back what you have lost before.
* You are gambling to forget problems that you have, e.g. with your family, friends, or at work.
* You are losing more than you can afford.
* You do not enjoy to gamble, but feel an urge to do so.

If you think that you might have a gambling problem, please contact support@turbogammon.com. Also, there are many organizations that deal with gambling problems. Here are some links that might be helpful:

* http://www.gordonhouse.org.uk/
* http://www.gluecksspielsucht.de/
* http://www.gamblingtreatment.net/
* http://health.info.com/galecontent/pathological-gambling-disorder