Gambling harms

Understand the signs of gambling harm and find support if you're affected by gambling.

Gambling can affect your finances, relationships, work and wellbeing. 

You may be experiencing gambling harm if you are: 

• spending more time gambling than you planned 
• feeling stressed, anxious or low because of gambling 
• hiding your gambling from others 
• borrowing money or struggling to pay bills 
• finding it hard to cut down or stop 
• missing out on important parts of your life  

Where to get help 

Free and confidential support is available through the NHS Northern Gambling Service. You can get help whether you’re experiencing gambling-related harm or you’re affected by someone else's gambling. 

Visit NHS Northern Gambling Service
Telephone: 0300 300 1490 

Need urgent help? 

If gambling is causing severe distress or affecting your immediate safety: 

• Call 999 in an emergency 
• Contact Samaritans on 116 123 (24 hours a day) 
• Get help from 111 online or call 111 and select the mental health option