Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income

At Dr Stevens and Partners, we believe betting and gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to cinema or dining out. It should never be considered as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The odds are always in favour of the betting operator, and you should only gamble with money you can afford to lose.

Please gamble responsibly and within your means.

Age Verification

All betting apps featured on this website are only available to individuals aged 18 years and over in the United Kingdom. It is illegal for anyone under the age of 18 to gamble online or in person.

If you are under 18, or if someone you know who is under 18 is gambling, please seek help immediately.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. Please be aware of the following warning signs:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or professionals
• Gambling with money intended for bills, rent, or essential expenses
• Spending more time and money on gambling than originally planned
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
• Borrowing money to fund gambling activity
• Neglecting work, relationships, or hobbies due to gambling
• Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
• Lying about the extent of your gambling
• Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions

If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone else, please seek support immediately.

Self-Help Tools and Controls

Most reputable betting apps offer a range of tools to help you gamble responsibly:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose
• Betting Limits: Restrict the size of individual bets
• Time Reminders: Receive notifications about how long you have been gambling
• Reality Checks: Pop-up messages reminding you how much time and money you have spent
• Cool-Off Periods: Take a mandatory break from gambling for a set period
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently close your account

We strongly encourage you to use these tools to maintain control over your gambling activity.

Support Organisations and Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, a range of free and confidential support services are available:

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7)
• GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  Register to self-exclude from all UK-licensed online gambling operators
• National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS-funded specialist treatment
  Available through NHS referral

International Support

• Australia: Gambling Help Online
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
• Canada: Responsible Gambling Council
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
• United States: National Council on Problem Gambling
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org
  National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (free, confidential, 24/7)
• Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  Telephone (gambling helpline): 0800 0040061

If You Need Help

If you are experiencing problems with gambling, please reach out for help today. Support is available and recovery is possible. Contacting a support service is free, confidential, and the first step toward regaining control.

Remember: There is no shame in asking for help. Take action today.