Help Available To Prevent Gambling Problems, Says John Hartson

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5 November 2018


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John Hartson thinks the "tools" remain in place to avoid gambling routines ending up being unhealthy dependencies.


Former Celtic and Wales striker Hartson has formerly spoken about his gambling addiction and is supporting a brand-new campaign by Scottish Professional Football League sponsors Ladbrokes that encourages responsible .


"I'm abstinent for seven years," stated the 43-year-old. "I prepare to remain clear of betting. That is my option. It's all about a personal choice. Life is all about choices.


"There is aid there. It became a serious problem for me. The message is and the targets for me are to stop people getting to where I was since we're providing tools and we're providing an opportunity if the gaming does leave control, there is assistance, there's gain access to - you can ban yourself from your regional bookmaker, you can take yourself off the web if you bet online.


"There are individuals out there, problem bettors, and we put the signs in place that if the betting is impacting your home life, your personal life, your health then there are locations, there are indications and there is lots of suggestions.


"There are scenarios now and places where people can fix that and ended up being responsible bettors."


Several gamers in Scotland have served restrictions for breaking gaming guidelines and club officials are also forbidden from putting bets on football matches.


"I'm not here as a previous addict telling individuals to stop gambling," included Hartson. "I am here to assist individuals not to get to where I was.


"It's not for me to inform individuals to stop betting. People will not listen to me. If individuals desire to bet, they'll gamble.


"We're not magicians. It's not a magic wand. If individuals wish to stop, they will seek help. If individuals do not want to stop, then they just simply will not."


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