Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At dspstudy.com, we believe that online pokies should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While playing can be fun, it's important to approach it responsibly and within your means.
Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose, and never view gambling as an investment or income source.
Age Verification
Online gambling is only available to individuals aged 18 years or older in Australia. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction before accessing any gambling services.
If you are under 18, please do not use our site. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do any of these warning signs apply to you? If so, seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Hiding or lying about your gambling activity
- Gambling for longer periods than intended
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Friends or family expressing concern about your gambling
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
- Neglecting work, school, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features
Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a session or day
- Time Limits: Set reminders or automatic session end times to prevent extended play
- Reality Checks: Enable notifications that remind you how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gambling platforms
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you need to stop gambling
We encourage you to use these tools proactively as part of your responsible gaming strategy.
Get Help – Support Organizations in Australia
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available and free:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free confidential support, counselling, and resources for Australians affected by problem gambling. Available 24/7.
- Gamblers Help (Victoria) – Phone: 1800 858 858 (free, confidential, 24/7)
- Gambling Help Service (NSW) – Phone: 1800 633 635
International Support Services
- GamCare (UK) – Free support and counselling for problem gamblers
- GamStop (UK) – National self-exclusion scheme
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada) – Research and resources on problem gambling
- National Council on Problem Gambling (USA) – 1-800-GAMBLER helpline and support resources
If You Need Help
Don't struggle alone. Problem gambling is a real issue, and recovery is possible with the right support. Reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Contact Gambling Help Online today for free, confidential counselling and support. You can also call a support service in your state or speak to a trusted friend or family member about what you're experiencing.
Remember: your wellbeing is more important than any bet. Help is available right now.