Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At Generation Unsmart, we believe gambling should only ever be viewed as entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Like any form of entertainment, it should be enjoyed responsibly and within your means. If gambling ever stops being fun, help is available.
Age Verification
By accessing PlayAmo or any gambling services through generationsunsmart.org, you confirm that you are:
- At least 18 years of age, or
- The minimum legal gambling age in your Australian state or territory
Gambling is only legal for adults. If you are under the legal age, please do not use these services.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may have a gambling problem. Be honest with yourself:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount you gamble
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative feelings
- Neglecting work, family, or social responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, food, bills)
- Relationships suffering because of your gambling
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself, professional help is available and seeking support is a sign of strength.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gambling Features
PlayAmo and responsible gambling platforms offer tools to help you stay in 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 over a set period
- Reality Checks: Receive notifications about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time-Out/Cool-Off Periods: Take a break from gambling for a set period (hours, days, or weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Exclude yourself from gambling platforms for an extended period
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if needed
Use these tools proactively. They're designed to protect you and support responsible play.
Support & Counselling Services in Australia
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, confidential support is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling service
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free call from anywhere in Australia) - Lifeline Australia – Crisis support and counselling
Phone: 13 11 14 (24 hours, 7 days a week)
International Resources
- GamCare (UK) – Support for problem gamblers
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (UK) – National self-exclusion scheme
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Need Help? Take Action Today
If gambling is causing you problems, please reach out for help immediately. There is no shame in seeking support—it takes courage to ask for help, and it's the best step you can take.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 or visit their website for confidential, free counselling.
Your wellbeing matters. Help is available, and recovery is possible.