Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment

At Awakened Touch, we are committed to promoting responsible gambling. Gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and always set limits before you play.

Age Verification

By accessing gambling services through this website, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age or the legal age for gambling in your jurisdiction, whichever is higher. Gambling is illegal for persons under the legal age in their country. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Hiding gambling activities or lying about the time and money spent
• Gambling with money needed for essentials like rent, bills, or food
• Neglecting family, work, or personal relationships due to gambling
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce gambling
• Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
• Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
• Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
• Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
• Experiencing financial, legal, or relationship problems due to gambling

Self-Help Tools & Controls

Most reputable gambling operators provide tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose
• Reality Checks: Receive reminders during your gambling session about how long and how much you've spent
• Time-Out/Break: Take a temporary break from gambling for a period you choose
• Self-Exclusion: Exclude yourself from gambling services for a set period (cannot be reversed)

Always use these tools if you feel your gambling is becoming problematic.

Support Organisations

If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, the following organisations provide free, confidential support:

United Kingdom

• GamCare — Free support, information, and counselling
  www.gamcare.org.uk
  Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free and confidential)
• GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
  www.gamstop.co.uk
• Gamblers Anonymous — Self-help group meetings across the UK
  Telephone: 0207 384 3060

International Support

• Australia: Gambling Help Online — www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
• Canada: Responsible Gambling Council — www.responsiblegambling.org
• United States: National Council on Problem Gambling — www.ncpgambling.org
• Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung — www.bzga.de

Need Help? Reach Out Today

Problem gambling can happen to anyone. If you're concerned about your gambling or that of someone you know, please reach out to one of the organisations listed above. Help is available, and it's free and confidential. There is no shame in seeking support — taking action is a sign of strength.

Remember: It's never too late to ask for help.