Introduction to Responsible Gaming
September marks Responsible Gaming Education Month, and the Michigan Lottery is taking this opportunity to highlight the various prevention, treatment, and recovery services available in the state. The goal is to ensure that gaming remains a fun and safe activity for all players.
The Importance of Responsible Gaming
The Michigan Lottery has been committed to promoting responsible gaming practices since its inception in 1972. This commitment is reflected in the various tools and resources provided to players to help them game responsibly. For those who may be struggling with problem gambling, the National Problem Gambling Helpline is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and can be reached by calling 1-800-GAMBLER. Additional support options, including chat and text, can be accessed through the Michigan Lottery website.
Resources for Responsible Gaming
Players can visit the Michigan Lottery website to find more information on responsible gaming tools and resources. The website provides a range of resources, including a list of warning signs of problem gambling. Some of the key responsible gaming safeguards and tools available to players of online games include:
- A variety of self-exclusion periods
- Daily and weekly deposit limits
- Daily loss limits
- A variety of cool-off periods
- Age verification at account registration
- Play history to monitor gaming activity
Commitment to Responsible Gaming
The Michigan Lottery demonstrates its commitment to responsible gaming through its annual contribution of $2 million to the compulsive gaming prevention fund. This fund is used by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to support statewide education and treatment programs for problem gambling. The Lottery’s commitment to responsible gaming has also been recognized through its receipt of the Internet Compliance Assessment Program (iCAP) certification and the Responsible Gaming Verification (RG Verification) certification.
Conclusion
Responsible gaming is an important aspect of the gaming experience, and the Michigan Lottery is dedicated to providing players with the tools and resources needed to game safely. By promoting responsible gaming practices and providing access to support services, the Michigan Lottery aims to ensure that gaming remains a fun and enjoyable activity for all players. Players are encouraged to visit the Michigan Lottery website to learn more about responsible gaming and to access the resources available to support safe gaming practices.
