Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At St Patrick OKC, we believe that online gaming, including our Wheel Out game, should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money, solve financial problems, or supplement your income. Please play responsibly and only wager what you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age or the legal age for gambling in your jurisdiction in India to access and play on stpatrickokc.com. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and strictly enforce age verification checks. If you are under the legal age, please do not use our services.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognize any of these warning signs in your behavior, seek help immediately:
- Chasing Losses: Continuing to gamble to recover money you've lost
- Hiding Gambling: Concealing your gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Loss of Control: Gambling longer or with more money than intended
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Gambling instead of fulfilling work, family, or personal obligations
- Financial Problems: Using money meant for bills, rent, or necessities to gamble
- Mood Changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or depressed when unable to gamble
- Tolerance: Needing to gamble with increasing amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Failed Attempts to Stop: Repeatedly trying and failing to cut down or quit gambling
- Escape Behavior: Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Borrowing to Gamble: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling activities
Self-Help Tools & Protective Measures
We provide several tools to help you maintain control over your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period
- Loss Limits: Cap the total amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session or time period
- Session Reminders: Receive alerts about how long you've been playing
- Reality Checks: Regular notifications displaying your current balance and time spent gaming
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing your account
- Cooling-Off Period: Take a mandatory break from gaming for a set duration
To access these tools, contact our customer support team or visit your account settings.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Here are organizations that provide free, confidential support:
India & Asia-Pacific
- National Council on Problem Gambling (US): www.ncpgambling.org — Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
- Gambling Help Online (Australia): www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Free counseling and support
International Resources
- GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk — Free support and counseling
- GamStop (UK): www.gamstop.co.uk — National self-exclusion scheme
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org — Resources and support
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (Germany): Information and prevention resources on gambling addiction
Many of these organizations offer online chat, phone support, and counseling services at no cost.
If You Need Help
Problem gambling is treatable. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
If you believe you have a gambling problem or are concerned about your gaming habits, please reach out to one of the support organizations listed above immediately. You can also speak with our customer support team about accessing self-exclusion options or support resources.
Remember: Your health and well-being are more important than any game.