Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming
At flatheadsyndrome.com.au, we are committed to promoting safe and responsible gambling practices. Gambling should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to participate in online gambling activities. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of identity. If you are under the legal age, please do not gamble.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available:
- Chasing losses by gambling with more money to recover what you've lost
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount of time and money spent
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
- Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or other negative emotions
- Neglecting family, work, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Being unable to stick to self-imposed gambling limits
- Experiencing financial difficulties or debt related to gambling
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay off gambling debts
- Feeling a need to gamble with increasing amounts to achieve the same excitement
Self-Help Tools & Player Protection Features
Most responsible online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a daily, weekly, or monthly limit on the amount you can deposit
- Loss Limits: Restrict the total amount you're willing to lose in a given period
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time-Out/Cooling Off: Take a break from gambling for a set period (hours to weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling for an extended period (typically 6 months to lifetime)
- Account Closure: Close your account permanently if needed
We encourage you to use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gambling habits.
Support & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, free confidential support is available:
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) — Ontario's leading organization
www.responsiblegambling.org - Gambling Awareness for You (GAFY)
Free counselling and support services across Canada
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free counselling service
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7, free of charge)
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Confidential support and counselling
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG)
www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (free, confidential, 24/7)
International
- Gamblers Anonymous — Peer support meetings worldwide
www.gamblersanonymous.org
Take Action Today
If you are experiencing problems with gambling, please reach out for help immediately. There is no shame in seeking support — problem gambling is a recognized condition and professional help is available and effective.
Contact one of the organizations listed above, speak with a trusted friend or family member, or visit your local health care provider. Recovery is possible, and support is just a call away.
Remember: Gambling should always be for entertainment only. Never gamble more than you can afford to lose.