Responsible Gambling
Helplines
Section titled “Helplines”If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
| Resource | Contact |
|---|---|
| National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) | 1-800-522-4700 (call or text, 24/7) |
| 1-800-GAMBLER | 1-800-426-2537 (24/7) |
| Crisis Text Line | Text “GAMBLE” to 741741 |
| JugarBien.es | jugarbienesp.es (Spain) |
| JugarBienMexico.org | jugarbienmexico.org (Mexico) |
| BeGambleAware.org | begambleaware.org (UK) |
State Hotlines (US)
Section titled “State Hotlines (US)”Many US states operate their own problem gambling hotlines. Below are resources for states with active sports betting markets.
| State | Hotline |
|---|---|
| New York | 1-877-8-HOPENY (1-877-846-7369) |
| New Jersey | 1-800-GAMBLER |
| Pennsylvania | 1-800-GAMBLER |
| Illinois | 1-800-GAMBLER |
| Colorado | 1-800-522-4700 |
| Arizona | 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) |
Resources
Section titled “Resources”These organizations provide information, counseling, and support for problem gambling:
- National Council on Problem Gambling — ncpgambling.org — Research, advocacy, and referral services
- GamTalk — gamtalk.org — Free online peer support community
- Gamblers Anonymous — gamblersanonymous.org — 12-step recovery fellowship with local meetings
- BeGambleAware — begambleaware.org — UK-based information and support service
Self-Exclusion
Section titled “Self-Exclusion”Most US states with legal sports betting offer self-exclusion programs through their gaming commissions. Self-exclusion allows you to voluntarily ban yourself from gambling platforms for a set period (typically 1 to 5 years, or permanently).
To enroll in a self-exclusion program:
- Contact your state’s gaming commission or regulatory authority
- Complete the self-exclusion application (available online in most states)
- Once enrolled, licensed operators are required to block your account
Self-exclusion is a serious step toward recovery and is available at no cost.
Warning Signs
Section titled “Warning Signs”Recognizing problem gambling early is important. Common warning signs include:
- Betting more than you can afford to lose
- Chasing losses with larger bets
- Borrowing money to gamble
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Lying about gambling habits to friends or family
- Feeling restless or irritable when trying to stop gambling
- Gambling to escape problems or relieve anxiety
- Spending increasing amounts of time thinking about gambling
If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, reach out to one of the helplines listed above.
On the Platform
Section titled “On the Platform”NBA Prop Lab includes responsible gambling reminders throughout the application:
- Footer disclaimer on every page reminding users that content is for informational purposes
- Quick-access helpline links in the footer (NCPG, JugarBien.es, JugarBienMexico.org, BeGambleAware.org, 1-800-GAMBLER)
- Dedicated responsible gambling page accessible via the “Juego Responsable” link in the footer, with bilingual content (ES/EN tabs)