Help Available To Prevent Gambling Problems, Says John Hartson

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John Hartson thinks the "tools" are in location to avoid betting routines becoming unhealthy dependencies.


Former Celtic and Wales striker Hartson has formerly discussed his betting dependency and is supporting a new campaign by Scottish Professional League sponsors Ladbrokes that encourages accountable wagering.


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


"There is help there. It ended up being a severe issue for me. The message is and the targets for me are to stop individuals getting to where I was due to the fact that we're giving them tools and we're giving them a chance if the betting does get out of control, there is aid, there's gain access to - you can ban yourself from your regional bookie, you can take yourself off the internet if you bet online.


"There are people out there, issue bettors, and we put the check in place that if the betting is impacting your home life, your individual life, your health then there are locations, there are indications and there is great deals of suggestions.


"There are scenarios now and positions where individuals can deal with that and become accountable bettors."


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


"I'm not here as a previous addict informing people to stop betting," added Hartson. "I am here to help individuals not to get to where I was.


"It's not for me to inform individuals to stop betting. People won't listen to me. If people want to bet, they'll bet.


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


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