Helping a Friend or Family Member Who May Be at Risk

If you're concerned that someone you care about might be experiencing gambling-related harm, you're not alone — and there are steps you can take to help.

Gambling problems can be hard to spot, especially in the early stages. But your support and encouragement can make a real difference.

🧠 Signs of a Possible Gambling Problem

Here are some common red flags to look out for:

• Spending increasing amounts of time or money gambling

• Hiding gambling activity or being secretive about finances

• Mood swings, irritability, or anxiety related to money or gameplay

• Borrowing money or struggling with bills unexpectedly

• Neglecting responsibilities or relationships

You can find a full list here:
👉 Signs of Problem Gambling

🗣️ How to Start the Conversation

Approaching someone about their gambling can be sensitive. Here are some tips:

• Speak calmly and without judgment

• Focus on how their gambling makes you feel, rather than blaming

• Offer support, not solutions — it's up to them to decide what to do next

• Avoid confrontation or ultimatums, especially in moments of tension

Even if they’re not ready to talk, just knowing you care can be a powerful first step.

🛠️ What You Can Do

• Share support resources: Help them find the right tools or services (see below).

• Suggest a break: Encourage them to take a cooldown, set deposit limits, or contact our support team for help.

• Stay connected: Isolation can worsen gambling issues. Continue offering your support.

• Set boundaries: It’s okay to protect your own wellbeing while helping someone else.

🌍 Support Services for Friends & Family

These organizations offer confidential, non-judgmental support — not just for gamblers, but also for loved ones:

• Gambling Therapy – Global multilingual help

• GamAnon – For family and friends of problem gamblers

• BetBlocker – Free gambling site blocking software

• SOS Joueurs (France) – Family-focused support

• CAMH (Canada) – Addiction and mental health support

• Vandrevala Foundation (India) – Mental health helpline

• Recovery Support Network (Japan) – Local support groups

View the full list of resources by country here:
👉 External Help & Support for Problem Gambling

⚠️ Can I Block Someone’s Account for Them?

For account security and legal reasons, we cannot close or block an account based on a third-party request. However, we encourage you to:

• Share this Help Center with your friend or family member

• Ask them to contact us directly from their registered email address

• Recommend that they set limits or request exclusion if they feel at risk

If you believe someone is gambling with stolen funds or in a vulnerable state (e.g., underage or showing signs of harm), you may contact our support team. We will treat the matter sensitively and confidentially.

📧 Email: support@wikibet.com

❤️ You're Not Alone Either

Supporting someone with a gambling issue can be emotionally exhausting. Don’t forget to take care of your own mental health. There are services available for you, too — you deserve support just as much.

If you need guidance, feel free to reach out. We’re here to help, without judgment.