Responsible Gambling
At LearnSportsBetting, we believe that education is the foundation of responsible gambling. Our mission is to help people understand how sports betting works before they risk real money. We take responsible gambling seriously and want to provide resources for anyone who needs help.
Set Limits Before You Start
The most important step in responsible gambling is setting clear limits before you place your first bet:
- Budget Limit: Decide how much money you can afford to lose. This is your bankroll. Never bet with money you need for rent, bills, or other necessities.
- Time Limit: Set a limit on how much time you spend betting. It's easy to lose track of time.
- Loss Limit: Decide in advance the maximum amount you're willing to lose in a day, week, or month. Stop when you hit that limit.
- Win Goal: Set a realistic win goal. If you hit it, consider stopping for the day.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Be honest with yourself. Problem gambling can affect anyone. Warning signs include:
- Betting more money than you can afford to lose
- Chasing losses by placing bigger bets to recover money
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund betting
- Neglecting work, school, family, or personal responsibilities
- Feeling restless or irritable when trying to stop betting
- Lying to family or friends about gambling habits
- Using gambling as an escape from problems or negative feelings
- Needing to bet with increasing amounts to get the same excitement
- Failed attempts to control, cut back, or stop gambling
Get Help
If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, help is available. These resources are free and confidential:
- National Council on Problem Gambling: Call 1-800-522-4700 (24/7 helpline)
- National Problem Gambling Helpline: Call or text 1-800-GAMBLER
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
- Gamblers Anonymous: Visit gamblersanonymous.org for meeting information
- National Council on Problem Gambling: Visit ncpgambling.org for resources
Self-Exclusion Programs
Most states with legal sports betting offer self-exclusion programs that allow you to voluntarily ban yourself from sportsbooks for a set period. Contact your state's gaming commission or regulatory body for information on self-exclusion options.
All major sportsbooks also offer their own responsible gambling tools:
- Deposit limits (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Wager limits
- Time-out periods (24 hours, 72 hours, 7 days, 30 days)
- Self-exclusion (typically 1-5 years)
- Reality checks and session reminders
- Account activity statements
Tips for Responsible Betting
- Treat sports betting as entertainment, not a way to make money
- Only bet with money you've specifically set aside for entertainment
- Never chase your losses
- Don't bet when you're emotional, stressed, or under the influence
- Take regular breaks from betting
- Keep track of all your bets and spending
- Don't let betting interfere with your daily life
- Talk openly with friends and family about your betting habits
Our Commitment
LearnSportsBetting is committed to promoting responsible gambling. We:
- Include responsible gambling messaging on every page of our site
- Only recommend licensed and regulated sportsbooks
- Provide educational content focused on understanding, not profit promises
- Never promote gambling to minors
- Encourage the use of bankroll management and responsible betting practices
If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER for free, confidential help available 24/7.