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Getting Help

Texas Lottery® games are designed to be entertainment for adults 18 and older. We encourage our players to keep it fun and participate responsibly. That includes positive play steps like knowing your limits of time and money. If you or someone you know is struggling with their gambling, help is available. Please see special section below for active military and veterans.

National Council on Problem Gambling
www.ncpgambling.org
24/7 Confidential Helpline
Call or text 800-522-4700

International Centre for Youth Gambling Problems and High-Risk Behaviors
youthgambling.com

Kindbridge
Network of mental health treatment providers focused on gambling and gaming
https://kindbridge.com
help@Kindbridge.com
Call 877-426-4258

Gamblers Anonymous
www.gamblersanonymous.org

  • Austin 512-860-2958
  • DFW & West Texas 817-371-0624
  • Houston 855-442-7105
  • San Antonio 210-705-4429

Gam-Anon
www.Gam-anon.org
For family and friends of those with gambling problems
718-352-1671

International Center for Responsible Gaming
www.icrg.org
Research resource
info@icrg.org

The Texas Lottery Commission is a member of the National Council on Problem Gambling, the North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries, and the World Lottery Association and actively supports the problem gambling initiatives of these organizations.

Help for Active Military and Veterans
Operation Responsible Gambling
www.operationresponsiblegambling.org
Make the Connection
www.maketheconnection.net
SMART Recovery
www.smartrecovery.org
Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB)
www.teamrwb.org

The Texas Lottery Commission is a member of the National Council on Problem Gambling, the North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries, and the World Lottery Association and actively supports the problem gambling initiatives of these organizations.

Getting Help

If you or someone you know is struggling with their gambling, help is available.

resources

Education

  1. Positive Play
  2. FAQ
  3. Training Videos

Players, retailers, friends and family can benefit from knowing ways to keep lottery play positive.

Positive Play Resources

The Texas Lottery provides these posters and brochures for your use as a public service.

Advertising Guidelines

Texas Lottery advertising is designed to not unduly influence purchases.