Safety tools for Missouri visitors

1-888-BETSOFF

Missouri publishes 1-888-BETSOFF as a free help and counseling contact for people affected by gambling problems. Keep it visible, save it, and use it early if play stops feeling manageable.

Problem Gambling List

Missouri Gaming Commission materials describe a problem gambling list and online or in-person application routes for exclusion. The program is meant to create a firm stop, not a soft reminder.

Early warning signs

Chasing losses, betting with borrowed money, hiding activity, gambling to change mood, or feeling stressed about outcomes are strong signals to stop and seek support.

• Set a fixed entertainment budget before you open an app.
• Decide in advance how much time you will spend, and stop when that time ends.
• Never treat Bonus Bets as free profit or as a reason to increase risk.
• Do not chase losses or try to recover money with larger or faster wagers.
• Do not gamble while under emotional pressure, fatigue, or the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Use operator account tools such as deposit limits, cool-off periods, or self-exclusion whenever needed.

If you are worried about someone else, support often works best when it starts with calm facts rather than accusations. Focus on observable changes, encourage help early, and keep the Missouri helpline close at hand.