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Here at New Bingo Sites we love bingo. We live it, breathe it and of course; play it. A lot. But we are sensible and we think about each other and make sure that playing it doesn’t turn into an unhealthy habit.<\/p>\n

\"AddictionPeople become addicted to things. Gambling being one of them.\u00a0 Certainly one that can cause some of the utmost distress and pain to the player’s life and their friends and families lives.<\/p>\n

All bingo website’s must provide players with options and support to control playing habits to ensure they don’t get out of hand. They all need to provide players with avenues to find extra support.<\/p>\n

This article explains the current charities, groups, organisations available, providing you with a summary of how they support and the approach they take. It may be that you are looking for yourself or a friend. Hopefully this will provide some useful information so that you can do to the right place and get the right help for any gambling addiction issues fast.<\/p>\n

GAMSTOP<\/h2>\n

\"gamstopGamstop are probably the most well known support service for controlling gambling that players know is getting out of hand.<\/p>\n

Every single licensed bingo site in Britain is a member of GAMSTOP.\u00a0 Its very straight forward system. You provide them with your details these being you address, postcode, date of birth, mobile number and email address and they add you to a database that prevents you from entering any of the sites. You choose the amount of time you wish to exclude yourself. This being 6 months, 1 year or 5 years.<\/p>\n

Your GAMSTOP account will be activated within 24 hours of registering.<\/p>\n

Visit GAMSTOP<\/a><\/div>\n

Do People Actually Use GAMSTOP?<\/h3>\n

Yes, they absolutely do.\u00a0 Up to September 2021, GAMSTOP report they had over 218,000 registered people with their scheme. Most of these opting for a 5 year exclusion, around 58% of people registered.<\/p>\n

Approximately 70% of GAMSTOP account holders are men and 30% women.<\/p>\n

Could Someone Register Me With GAMSTOP Without My Consent?<\/h3>\n

\"addictionIn theory, yes you could register someone else with GAMSTOP if you know a lot of information about them. But the crucial thing with registering someone else is you need access to the main email that you use. Once you provide that email, GAMSTOP send a verification email. Its not that easy.<\/p>\n

You would probably need to know all of their previous addresses (because people can set up lots of different bingo accounts using old addresses) you would need to let them know all email addresses (again addicted players are likely to have a number of email addresses in use).<\/p>\n

However, would it not be kinder to let them know first that you are concerned and think GAMSTOP might help?\u00a0 Ultimately if there is a problem the person needs to want to stop, acting on their behalf could actually end up having the opposite effect.<\/p>\n

What If I Change My Mind Once I have Registered With GAMSTOP?<\/h3>\n

As part of their safety protocols, once you have registered and selected the exclusion period, then nothing can be done until that period has expired.<\/p>\n

This is really the only way it can work to support vulnerable players. Once the period has expired then you need to contact them to ask for the ban to be lifted.<\/p>\n

Will I Get All Of My Account Balance Funds Back Once I Register?<\/h3>\n

No, you will not get all of you account balances paid back into your account automatically. GAMSTOP don’t hold this responsibility. We actually think this should happen automatically.<\/p>\n

But it’s not a system they have in place. You would need to contact all of the websites you have banned yourself from that you use and request a withdrawal.\u00a0 If at all possible it would be advisable to withdraw any balances you have before registering with GAMSTOP.<\/p>\n

What Do People Say About GAMSTOP?<\/h3>\n

We have taken a quick look at TRUTPILOT, who are a fairly respected reviewing website for just about anything. Interesting GAMSTOP are slated on there. There seems to be a real problem for people that want to return to being able to use their chosen gambling sites once their self exclusion period has come to an end. Some that have asked to re-self exclude again and had issues with this.<\/p>\n

Some of the gambling websites themselves continue to exclude players – so you almost have a two step approach to being able to begin playing again.<\/p>\n

Despite these issues, a lot of the reviews are positive. Citing that GAMSTOP has been a ‘lifesaver’ and really has helped people get their lives back on track and abolishing gambling from their lives.<\/p>\n

Conclusion<\/h3>\n

This really is the incredible hulk of the support world. Its simple, fast and long term. Although think hard before activating an account because there is no U-turn opportunity. No cooling off period – you are locked out. Some people need that hard and fast approach. For some, this may cause extra problems.<\/p>\n

GamCare<\/h2>\n

\"GamcareFounded in 1997, GamGare provides advice and support for those with gambling problems and those affected by gambling addictions and problems.<\/p>\n

They are more like a signposting charitable company that provides suggestions for support.<\/p>\n

Free Telephone Help Line<\/p>\n

Initially you can contact GamCare to speak to a specially trained advisor. They are there to listen to you concerns. Their lines are open 24 hours a day, all year round. Calls are free to: 0808 8020 133.<\/p>\n

Visit GamCare<\/a><\/div>\n

GamCare Chat Rooms<\/h3>\n

\"manYou can create a GamCare online account and access their chat room that is run by specially trained advisors. In these more open forums, you can see others experiences and challenges.<\/p>\n