PariPulse Responsible Gambling in Bangladesh

Gambling is a form of paid entertainment and always involves a risk of financial loss. You should only play using money that you can afford to lose and never rely on betting as a source of regular income.

On this platform you can follow simple principles to keep control and protect your emotional and financial balance:

• Decide your budget for play before you start and stick to that amount.
• Set deposit and betting limits using the available tools so your spending stays under control.
• Plan your playing time and take regular breaks to avoid long continuous sessions.
• Treat wins as a bonus and losses as part of the gambling risk, not as something to chase.
• Keep your main living costs, savings, and family needs separate from any funds used for betting.
• Check your account history often so you can learn from your behaviour and adjust your limits.
• Avoid gambling when you feel stressed, angry, very sad, or under the influence of alcohol or other substances.

Responsible gaming means you always decide when to start, when to stop, and how much to risk. PariPulse provides tools and policy guidelines, but control of your playing remains in your hands.

Betting addiction can develop gradually and may be hard to notice at first. Attention to early warning signs can help you protect yourself and your family from serious harm.

Indicators that you or someone close to you may have a gambling problem include:

• Thinking about betting most of the time or planning gambling while at work, study, or home.
• Increasing stakes over time to feel the same excitement as before.
• Hiding or lying about gambling activity, spending, or time online.
• Using money meant for rent, bills, education, or family needs to continue playing.
• Borrowing, selling personal items, or taking loans to cover gambling losses.
• Trying many times to stop or cut down but returning to gambling quickly.
• Chasing losses by placing new bets to recover money already lost.
• Feeling restless, irritable, or upset when unable to gamble.
• Neglecting work, studies, religious duties, or family responsibilities because of gambling.
• Feeling guilt, shame, or hopelessness about betting but still being unable to stop.

Gambling addiction is a serious health condition that needs attention and structured support. Early recognition and honest reflection are vital steps towards recovery.

If you feel that gambling is no longer under control, action at an early stage can reduce harm. Support from trusted people and professional services can make these steps more effective.

PariPulse recommends the following practical measures to prevent or reduce betting addiction:

• Set strict daily, weekly, or monthly deposit limits in your account and adjust them down if needed.
• Use time limits or reminders so you know how long you have been playing.
• Activate a cooling-off period to take a short break from your account when you notice risky behaviour.
• Consider self-exclusion options for longer breaks if you struggle to stop on your own.
• Keep a written record of all money spent on gambling to learn from patterns in your play.
• Separate your betting funds from your main bank account so regular bills remain protected.
• Talk openly with a trusted family member or friend about your gambling and ask them to help you follow your limits.
• Do not use credit cards, borrowed money, or informal loans for gambling.
• Replace some gambling time with other activities you enjoy, such as sports, social events, or hobbies.
• Seek professional counselling or community support services in Bangladesh if you cannot stop or reduce play by yourself.

These steps are useful tips to reduce risk, but professional help is often needed when addiction has already developed.

Help is available if gambling starts to harm your life, finances, or relationships. Independent organisations in Bangladesh offer confidential advice, counselling, and support for you and your family.

Main external resources where you can seek support include:

• National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), Dhaka – Government mental health hospital offering psychiatric consultation and addiction treatment guidance. Website: https://www.nimh.gov.bd
• Dhaka Ahsania Mission Drug Treatment and Rehabilitation Centres – Provides addiction counselling and rehabilitation services that may support behavioural addictions. Website: https://www.ahsaniamission.org.bd
• Bangladesh Association of Psychiatrists – Directory of licensed psychiatrists for professional mental health support. Website: https://www.bapbd.org
• Psychological Health and Wellness Clinic (PHWC), Dhaka – Private psychological counselling service for mental health and addiction-related concerns. Website: https://www.phwcbd.org
• BRAC Mental Health Programme – Community-based mental health support and referrals in different regions. Website: https://www.brac.net
• Local general hospitals and clinics – Many public and private hospitals in Bangladesh offer psychiatric or psychological services; contact your nearest facility for appointments.

Local religious leaders, community elders, or social workers can also be sources of guidance and emotional support while you seek formal treatment.

Users in Bangladesh who feel at risk of addiction or who notice harmful betting behaviour can contact customer support for information on responsible gaming tools. Support agents can guide you through limit settings, breaks from play, and the platform policy on safe gambling.

You can reach the support team through:

• Live chat in your account for real-time assistance about responsible play tools and account limits.
• Email support by sending a message through the help section, including details of your concerns about betting habits.
• In-site help centre for articles on account control, limit settings, and safe gambling guidelines.
• Social media channels listed on the official website, where you can request contact from a support representative.

Customer support is not a replacement for medical or psychological treatment, but it is an important contact point to help you use all available control tools on PariPulse.