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HOW TO PLAY RESPONSIBLY
Keep It Fun!
The Louisiana Lottery Corporation's games are lots of fun! That's why we encourage everyone to play responsibly. Here are a few tips on how to keep them that way:
- Think of the money you lose as the cost of your entertainment.
- Set a dollar limit and stick to it.
- Set a time limit and stick to it.
- Accept losing as part of the game.
- Don't borrow money to gamble.
- Don't let gambling interfere with family, friends or work.
- Don't gamble to win back losses.
- Don't use gambling as a way to cope with emotional or physical pain.
- Gamble only for fun.
- Know the warning signs of problem gambling.
The Louisiana Lottery is committed to the enrichment of our state. We support the efforts of the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals to provide help for person who may have a gambling problem. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-877-770-7867 or visit their Web site of the Office for Addictive Disorders.
Every year, we participate in the following activities:
- Distribute problem gambling awareness brochures in all of our retailer play centers.
- Print the problem gambling helpline number, 1-877-770-7867 on all tickets, advertising, news releases and sales materials.
- Transfer $500,000 of annual Lottery proceeds to the state to be earmarked for problem gambling, according to the state's constitution.
- Observe National Problem Gambling Awareness Week.
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About Problem Gambling
What is problem gambling and how widespread is the problem nationally and in our state. What's being done to curb the problem? MORE >> |
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Warning Signs & Test
Check out the signs that gambling has become more than a game, then take our interactive Problem Gambling Test to determine your risk level. MORE >> |
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Advice for Friends & Family
Concerned about someone else's gambling behavior? Here are some brief tips for approaching them. MORE >> |
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Where to Get Help
Treatment programs work! Find problem gambling resources in your area or call 1-877-770-7867. MORE >> |
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