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Gambling can be fun as long as you are of legal age and gamble responsibly. Many college students assume gambling is a risk-free activity, but research has shown that, for a small percentage of college students, gambling for fun can turn into a serious problem.

• Set a money/time limit and stick to it.
• Make it a rule not to gamble on credit or borrowed money.
• Losses = cost of recreation. 
• Expect to lose and treat any winnings as a bonus
• Avoid trying to win back lost money.
• It shouldn’t interfere with /substitute for friends, family, work, or school.
• Don’t gamble as a way to cope with stress, loneliness, or depression.
• Become educated about the warning signs of problem gambling.