Keep the fireworks fun, not a fallout
The next blast always feels like the big one, and that thrill is where the danger sits. Gambling can become an addiction, and if Joker Bombs has begun to blow holes in your budget, your mood, or your relationships, step back and ask for help. Support is lit around the clock, and no one has to weather it alone.
Light only the stake you can afford to lose, and don't reload after it's gone.
Joker Bombs keeps popping long past your plan. Set a cut-off and clear the park when it hits.
A dud round owes you no payout. Accept the loss and stop before the next fuse.
Leave the midway often so a clear head, not the rush, runs the show.
Step away from Joker Bombs for a moment and answer these honestly. They come from the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI). If you answer “yes” to 2 or more, please reach out to one of the organizations above.
Have you bet more than you could afford to lose in the past 12 months?
Have you needed to gamble with larger amounts of money to get the same feeling of excitement?
Have you gone back another day to try to win back money you lost?
Have you borrowed money or sold anything to get money to gamble?
Have you felt that you might have a problem with gambling?
Has gambling caused you any health problems, including stress or anxiety?
This is not a diagnostic tool. For professional assessment, contact GamCare (0808 8020 133) or your local gambling helpline.
