The following signs may indicate that a player has or may be developing a problem with gambling (note this is not an exhaustive list):
- spending more money and time on gambling than they can afford
- finding it hard to manage or stop their gambling
- having arguments with family or friends about money and gambling
- losing interest in usual activities or hobbies like going out with friends or spending time with family
- always thinking or talking about gambling
- lying about their gambling or hiding it from other people
- chasing losses or gambling to get out of financial trouble
- gambling until all of their money is gone
- borrowing money, selling possessions or not paying bills in order to pay for gambling
- needing to gamble with larger amounts of money or for a longer time to get the same feeling of excitement or buzz
- neglecting work, education, family, personal needs or household responsibilities because of gambling
- feeling anxious, worried, guilty, depressed or irritable.