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Updated: 20 October 2025
What this guide covers
- Limits: time, budget and emotional triggers
- Warning signs and how to respond
- Break techniques you can apply in minutes
- Self-assessment and self-exclusion resources
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60-Second Starter Plan
- Take a 2–3 minute break away from screens.
- Write one sentence: “Today I’ll play X minutes, max Y budget, stop by Z.”
- Set a real alarm on your phone.
- If unsure, run the Self-Assessment: (https://betmarino.bet/en/self-assessment/)
Early Warning Signs (table)
| ign | Example | Do next |
|---|---|---|
| Time drift | “Hours just vanished.” | Set session limits (25–45 min) + 5–15 min break |
| Budget creep | “I passed today’s cap.” | Stop now; lower tomorrow’s cap |
| Chasing losses | “One more to recover.” | Full break; don’t “win it back” |
| Emotional triggers | Anger/anxiety/excitement | Breathing 10×10 + short walk |
| Hiding behaviour | Keeping sessions secret | Share plan with a trusted person |
| Bills slipping | Late payments | Re-prioritise budget; plan a break |
Three-Layer Limits
- Time: Max X minutes/day, session 25–45 mins, latest stop Z (e.g., 23:00).
- Budget: Daily cap Y; weekly cap Y×5/7. Stop at the cap.
- Emotion: If angry/sad or stressed—do not play that day.
Break Techniques
- 10×10 breathing (10 deep breaths × 10 rounds)
- 10–15 min walk outdoors
- Hydrate & snack to stabilise energy
- Three tiny tasks (tidy desk, dishes, quick shower)
- Call a friend for 5 minutes
Weekly Tracker (print or notes app)
| Day | Time limit (min) | Budget cap | Actual | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 60 | Y | – | – |
| Tue | 60 | Y | – | – |
| Wed | 60 | Y | – | – |
| Thu | 60 | Y | – | – |
| Fri | 90 | Y | – | – |
| Sat | 90 | Y | – | – |
| Sun | 60 | Y | – | – |
Short FAQ (informational only)
- Keep exceeding limits? Lower limits, take a break, consider Self-Exclusion (https://betmarino.bet/en/self-exclusion/).
- Is “chasing losses” OK? No—take a break and reset.
- Suitable for minors? No—18+ only.
More: Self-Assessment (https://betmarino.bet/en/self-assessment/) · Self-Exclusion (https://betmarino.bet/en/self-exclusion/) · FAQ (https://betmarino.bet/en/faq/)
2) Self-Assessment (18+)
URL (suggested): https://betmarino.bet/en/self-assessment/
Canonical: https://betmarino.bet/en/self-assessment/
Title: Self-Assessment | 3-Minute Screening & Next Steps (18+)
Meta Description: A quick 3-minute screening with scoring guidance and a 24-hour action plan. Non-promotional and privacy-friendly. 18+.
Self-Assessment (18+)
Editorial note: Informational only; no incentives. 18+. Not medical/clinical advice.
Updated: 20 October 2025
How to use this page
- Answer honestly about the last 30 days.
- Score each item: No (0) · Sometimes (1) · Often (2) · Very often (3).
- Add up your score (0–60) and check Next Steps.
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20 Questions (0–3 each)
- Exceeded time limit.
- Exceeded budget cap.
- Chased losses.
- Felt regret/embarrassment afterwards.
- Hid activity from others.
- Delayed bills or essentials.
- Sleep/work/school disrupted.
- Played while angry/anxious/excited.
- Broke plan with “just this once”.
- Lost track of time.
- Ignored warnings/alerts.
- Skipped previously helpful limits.
- Considered borrowing to continue.
- Harsh self-criticism after sessions.
- Delayed social plans.
- Restarted frequently (“one more”).
- Had a break plan but didn’t follow it.
- Played when feeling lonely/isolated.
- Asked “why did I continue?” afterwards.
- Delayed seeking help.
Interpreting Your Score
| Score | Level | Brief note | First step |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–8 | Low | Limits mostly intact | Keep a written plan; weekly review |
| 9–20 | Caution | Limits slipping | Apply the Guide; note triggers |
| 21–35 | High | Loss-chasing/overruns | 7-day break + lower limits |
| 36–60 | Very high | Daily life impacted | Consider Self-Exclusion; seek support |
24-Hour Action Plan
- Time cap: X minutes total; session 25–45 mins.
- Budget cap: Y; stop at the cap.
- Break protocol: 10×10 breathing + 10-min walk.
- Trigger log: “What happened → thought → action → result”.
- Digital hygiene: Trim notifications/subscriptions.
- Security: Unique passwords + 2FA (https://betmarino.bet/en/2fa-password/); beware email links (https://betmarino.bet/en/email-safety/).
Weekly Card (quick table)
| Day | Time (min) | Budget | Actual | Mood (1–5) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 60 | Y | – | – |
| … | … | … | … | … |
Red Flags — Act Now
- Borrowing to continue; missing bills; hiding behaviour; playing while distressed.
- Take a 7-day break and consider Self-Exclusion (https://betmarino.bet/en/self-exclusion/).
More: Responsible Gaming Guide (https://betmarino.bet/en/responsible-gaming-guide/) · FAQ (https://betmarino.bet/en/faq/)
3) Self-Exclusion — Step-by-Step (18+)
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Canonical: https://betmarino.bet/en/self-exclusion/
Title: Self-Exclusion | Step-by-Step Plan & 48-Hour Response (18+)
Meta Description: When limits aren’t working, use structured self-exclusion. Duration options, 10-step plan, digital measures, request template, 48-hour crisis plan and return protocol. 18+.
Self-Exclusion (18+)
Editorial note: Informational only; not legal advice or a transactional service. 18+. Processes differ by provider and jurisdiction.
Updated: 20 October 2025
When to consider self-exclusion
- Repeatedly exceeding time/budget limits
- Chasing losses
- Life routine impacted (sleep/work/school)
- Hiding behaviour or borrowing to continue
Duration Options (framework)
| Duration | When to use | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 24 hours | Break the urge loop | Pair with notification clean-up |
| 7 days | Recurring limit breaches | Add social/accountability support |
| 30–90 days | Daily life affected | Consider professional guidance |
| Longer | Chronic patterns | Specialist support recommended |
0-Step Self-Exclusion Plan
- Write the duration (X days / Y months).
- Define scope (web, mobile, emails, notifications).
- Unsubscribe/clean notifications and promo emails.
- Remove bookmarks/shortcuts that trigger habits.
- Add device limits (screen time/app limits, DNS/hosts filters).
- Security hygiene: unique passwords + 2FA (https://betmarino.bet/en/2fa-password/).
- Keep a trigger log (“event → thought → action → result”).
- Share the plan in writing with a trusted contact.
- Stabilise daily routine (sleep/meals/activity).
- At end date: do not auto-resume; run Self-Assessment first (https://betmarino.bet/en/self-assessment/).
Digital Measures (quick table)
| Area | Action | Where to start |
|---|---|---|
| Unsubscribe, add filters | (https://betmarino.bet/en/email-safety/) | |
| Browser | Clean bookmarks; block risky sites | Settings → Privacy/Security |
| Mobile | App limits; disable notifications | iOS/Android Screen Time/Wellbeing |
| Network | DNS/hosts filtering (basic) | Router/device settings |
| Account | 2FA + unique passwords | (https://betmarino.bet/en/2fa-password/) |
Subject: Self-Exclusion Request
Hello,
Please place my account (registered email: [your email]) under self-exclusion for [X days / Y months].
Kindly confirm in writing once the request is active.
Please ensure my personal data is handled securely and that no marketing messages are sent during the exclusion period.
Thank you,
[Full Name] – [Date]
48-Hour Crisis Plan
- 0–2h: Disable notifications; breathing 10×10; short walk.
- 2–12h: Unsubscribe/filters; strengthen 2FA/passwords.
- 12–24h: Run Self-Assessment (https://betmarino.bet/en/self-assessment/).
- 24–48h: Apply the Responsible Gaming Guide (https://betmarino.bet/en/responsible-gaming-guide/); write a simple weekly plan.
Return Protocol (after exclusion ends)
- No auto-resume.
- Re-run Self-Assessment; set lower limits.
- Keep notifications off by default.
- Use the weekly tracker from the Guide.
- If warning signs reappear, extend exclusion and consider support.
Short FAQ
- Can I shorten the exclusion period? Depends on provider/region; many treat it as binding until expiry.
- Still receiving emails? Unsubscribe and add filters; see (https://betmarino.bet/en/email-safety/).
- Under 18? This portal is for 18+ only.
Related: Responsible Gaming Guide (https://betmarino.bet/en/responsible-gaming-guide/) · Self-Assessment (https://betmarino.bet/en/self-assessment/) · Privacy & Cookies (https://betmarino.bet/en/privacy-cookies/) · FAQ (https://betmarino.bet/en/faq/)