Guide to Responsible Gambling and Addiction Prevention

Gambling activities should be recreational. Uncontrolled gambling behavior can lead to serious personal and financial problems. Therefore, it is important to adopt the principles of responsible gambling.

Symptoms of Risky Gambling Behavior

If you notice any of the following symptoms, we recommend you seek professional help:

• Obsession with recovering lost money
• Borrowing money or selling assets for gambling
• Lying to gamble
• Negative impact on family and work life
• Betting beyond your means

Preventive Measures

Suggested strategies for responsible gambling:

• Set time and money limits
• Planning the gambling budget in advance
• Avoiding emotional decisions
• Regular breaks
• Tracking gambling losses

Self-Assessment

Questions to ask to assess yourself:

• Is your gambling time increasing?
• Are your gambling losses putting a strain on your budget?
• Do gambling thoughts interfere with your daily life?
• Are your relatives concerned about your gambling habits?

Help and Support Resources

Organizations that can be contacted for gambling addiction in Turkey:

• Green Crescent Counseling Center (YEDAM)
• Ministry of Health ALO 191 Anti-Drug Hotline
• Psychiatric clinics and addiction centers
• Family counseling centers

A Guide for Families

Recommendations for family members affected by gambling addiction:

• Establish open channels of communication
• Getting professional help
• Adopting a supportive approach
• Ensuring financial control
• Developing joint solution strategies

Gambling Restrictions

Recommended limits for safe gambling:

• Daily/weekly/monthly money limits
• Game time limitations
• Loss limits
• Regular break periods

Legal Liability

At Pasha Casino:

• We promote responsible gambling
• We help identify signs of addiction early on
• We provide referrals to sources of assistance
• We support ethical standards in the gambling industry