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Helplines

Free, confidential and non-judgemental. Advisers have heard it all — and know where to start.

Reviewed by the editors: October 2026 · Educational content

United States

National Problem Gambling Helpline

1-800-GAMBLER

Run by the National Council on Problem Gambling network. Call, text or chat, 24/7.

ncpgambling.org

United Kingdom

National Gambling Helpline

0808 8020 133

Operated by GamCare. Free, 24/7, phone and live chat.

gamcare.org.uk

International

Gamblers Anonymous

Peer support groups

In-person and online meetings in many countries.

gamblersanonymous.org

For families

Gam-Anon

Support for loved ones

Groups for partners, parents and friends of people who gamble.

gam-anon.org
In crisis? In the US call or text 988. Elsewhere, call your local emergency number.

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