Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming
At Environmental Magazine's sweepstakes casino, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Sweepstakes and casino games should be enjoyed as entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please game responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
Sweepstakes casino games are only available to individuals who are 18 years of age or older (or the legal age of majority in your state). By participating, you confirm that you meet these age requirements. We take age verification seriously to protect minors from gambling-related harms.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Please review the following warning signs. If you recognize any of these behaviors in yourself or someone you know, seek help immediately:
- Chasing Losses: Continuing to play to try to recover money you've lost
- Hiding Gambling Activity: Concealing the amount of time or money spent gaming from family or friends
- Loss of Control: Being unable to stop or reduce your gaming despite wanting to
- Increasing Stakes: Needing to bet larger amounts to achieve the same level of excitement
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family obligations due to gaming
- Financial Problems: Using money meant for essentials (rent, utilities, groceries) for gaming
- Mood Changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or depressed when not gaming
- Borrowing Money: Asking family, friends, or lenders for money to fund gaming
- Relationship Strain: Experiencing conflicts with loved ones over gaming habits
- Failed Attempts to Quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gaming
Self-Help Tools
We provide tools to help you maintain control of your gaming. Consider using these responsible gaming features:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a limit on the amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders during play to help you stay aware of time and money spent
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic time-outs to restrict how long you can play consecutively
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing our platform
To access these tools, please contact our customer support team or visit your account settings.
Support Organizations
If you are struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organizations offer confidential support and resources:
United States
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National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (available 24/7, confidential and free) -
Gamblers Anonymous
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org
Peer support meetings across the United States
International Resources
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Canada: Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org -
United Kingdom: GamCare
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk -
United Kingdom: GamStop (National Self-Exclusion Scheme)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk -
Australia: Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
If You Need Help
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out for help today. There is no shame in seeking support—problem gambling is a recognized condition, and recovery is possible.
Contact the National Council on Problem Gambling at 1-800-522-4700 or visit www.ncpgambling.org for confidential assistance, resources, and treatment referrals.
Your wellbeing is our priority. Play responsibly, enjoy the entertainment, and know that help is always available.