72. "Free" Online Gambling Games

<p>There are lots of options for free slots, poker and sports betting online.  Seems innocent enough at first glance.  However, there can be unexpected risks and costs of "free" online play, particularly if you've previously struggled with keeping gambling in check.</p> <p>In this episode, hear from two people who continued to play free online gambling games after stopping gambling.  They talk about their reasons for doing so, the challenges this created, and why they ultimately decided to stop.</p> <p>Listen now and hear about:</p> <ul> <li>Why free online gambling games can be risky to play, particularly if gambling has previously created problems for you.</li> <li>How to figure out where to draw a line in the sand for yourself with free gambling games.</li> <li>What to do if free gambling games are taking up too much of your money and time and/or creating tension with your support people.</li> </ul> <p>To read a summary of this episode, visit the blog at <a title= "Episode 72 blog" href= "https://www.gamblingproblemhelp.ca/blog-2/free-online-gambling" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.gamblingproblemhelp.ca</a></p> <p>If you live in British Columbia and would like help for gambling concerns, reach out to our free, confidential counselling and outreach services.  Connect with us online at <a title= "Gambling Support BC website" href= "https://www.bcresponsiblegambling.ca/support/team" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Gambling Support BC</a> or call 1-888-795-6111.</p> <p>To connect with gambling problem help outside of British Columbia:</p> <p>Canada:  click <a title="Gambling Help in Canada" href= "https://gamblingguidelines.ca/getting-help/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">here</a></p> <p>United States:  <a title= "Gambling Help in the United States" href= "https://www.ncpgambling.org/help-treatment/help-by-state/" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">National Council on Problem Gambling</a></p> <p>United Kingdom:  <a title="Gambling Help in the UK" href= "https://www.gamcare.org.uk/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener