Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At Garrett & Garrett, we believe that gambling should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting on PayPal sites and other platforms should be fun and within your means. If gambling stops being enjoyable or begins to cause concern, it's important to take action.
Age Verification
All gambling activities in the United Kingdom are only available to individuals aged 18 years and over. By accessing any betting site, you confirm that you are of legal age in your jurisdiction. If you are under 18, please do not proceed with gambling activities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Please be aware of the following warning signs that may indicate problem gambling:
- Chasing losses by gambling with more money to recover what you've lost
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Hiding gambling activities or the extent of your gambling from family and friends
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, anxiety, or depression
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling activities
- Feeling irritable or anxious when trying to reduce or stop gambling
- Neglecting work, education, family, or social commitments due to gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gambling Features
Most reputable PayPal betting sites offer tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a chosen time period
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount you're willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during gaming sessions about how long you've been playing
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently block access to your account
- Account Cooling Off: Take a break from gambling for a set period
We encourage you to use these tools as part of your responsible gaming strategy.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, the following organizations provide confidential support:
United Kingdom
- GamCare: Free, confidential support for problem gamblers and their loved ones. www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop: The UK's national self-exclusion scheme allowing you to self-exclude from all licensed online gambling operators. www.gamstop.co.uk
- National Problem Gambling Clinic: NHS-funded specialist treatment service for problem gambling in England. Available through your GP referral.
Other Jurisdictions
- Australia: Gambling Help Online provides free, confidential counselling. www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council offers resources and support. www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling provides helpline and referral services. www.ncpgambling.org
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) offers gambling addiction information and support resources.
If You Need Help
Please reach out today. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether you're experiencing problem gambling yourself or are concerned about someone else, professional support is available and confidential.
Don't let gambling negatively impact your life, finances, or relationships. Contact one of the organizations listed above or speak to your GP for guidance and support.
Gambling should be fun. If it's not, we're here to help.