Responsible Gambling
TrueVig is committed to promoting responsible gambling practices.
Our Commitment
At TrueVig, we believe that sports betting should be entertaining, informed, and responsible. While our platform is designed to give you analytical tools and data to make better decisions, we recognize that gambling carries real risks. No analytical tool - no matter how sophisticated - can guarantee profits. Every bet carries the possibility of loss.
We are committed to providing resources and support for responsible gambling. Our tools are designed to help you make informed decisions, not to encourage excessive or reckless betting.
Need Help? Call the National Problem Gambling Helpline
Free, confidential, 24/7. Call or text.
Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. It's important to recognize the warning signs early. If you or someone you know experiences any of the following, it may be time to seek help:
Warning Signs
- Betting more money than you can afford to lose
- Chasing losses by placing larger or more frequent bets
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
- Feeling restless or irritable when trying to cut back on gambling
- Lying to family, friends, or others about how much you gamble
- Gambling to escape problems, anxiety, or depression
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities because of gambling
- Needing to bet larger amounts to feel the same excitement
- Failed repeated attempts to stop or control gambling
- Risking or losing important relationships because of gambling
- Feeling guilty, anxious, or depressed after gambling
- Spending more time gambling than you originally intended
Set Limits Before You Bet
One of the most important things you can do is set clear limits before you start betting. Treat these limits as non-negotiable rules.
Budget Management
Decide on a fixed amount you can afford to lose each week or month. This should be money you would be comfortable spending on entertainment - not money needed for bills, rent, food, or savings.
Never increase your budget to chase losses. If you lose your budgeted amount, stop for the period. A +EV edge plays out over hundreds of bets, not individual sessions.
Time Limits
Set a time limit for how long you spend researching and placing bets. It's easy to get absorbed in data and analysis. Step away regularly. If you find yourself spending more time than planned, take a break.
Unit Sizing
If you use TrueVig's Kelly Criterion recommendations, remember that Kelly sizing represents the mathematically optimal bet size - many professional bettors use "fractional Kelly" (1/4 or 1/2 Kelly) to reduce variance and protect their bankroll. Never bet your full bankroll on a single wager, regardless of the edge.
Take Breaks
Regular breaks are essential for maintaining a healthy relationship with sports betting. Here are some guidelines:
- Take at least one full day off from betting each week
- If you're on a losing streak, take a longer break - at least a few days
- If betting is causing stress, anxiety, or arguments, step away immediately
- Consider taking breaks during off-seasons to reset mentally
- Never bet when you're tired, intoxicated, or emotionally upset
- If you need to take a break, most sportsbooks offer self-exclusion tools
Self-Exclusion Resources
Every legal US sportsbook offers self-exclusion programs that allow you to temporarily or permanently block yourself from placing bets. Many states also offer statewide self-exclusion programs that cover all licensed operators in the state.
Contact your sportsbook directly or visit your state's gaming commission website to learn about self-exclusion options available to you. The major sportsbooks' responsible gambling pages:
- DraftKings - Responsible Gaming section in account settings
- FanDuel - Responsible Gaming section in account settings
- BetMGM - Safer Gambling tools in account settings
- Caesars - Responsible Gaming page
- ESPN BET - Responsible Gaming section
- BetRivers - Responsible Gaming tools
Help Organizations
The following organizations provide free, confidential support for anyone affected by problem gambling:
National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG)
The leading national advocate for programs and services to help problem gamblers and their families. Operates the national helpline.
Gamblers Anonymous
A fellowship of people who share their experience, strength, and hope to solve their common problem and help others recover from gambling addiction.
National Problem Gambling Helpline
Free, confidential, 24/7 helpline. Call or text for immediate support. Also available via chat at ncpgambling.org.
Crisis Text Line
Free, 24/7 crisis support via text message. Trained crisis counselors available anytime.
SAMHSA National Helpline
Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information service for substance abuse and mental health disorders.
A Final Word
TrueVig is a tool for informed decision-making, not a guarantee of profit. Sports betting should be fun, not stressful. If it stops being fun, stop betting. Your well-being is more important than any edge.
We encourage all TrueVig users to gamble responsibly and within their means. If you ever feel that your gambling is becoming a problem, please reach out to the resources listed above. There is no shame in asking for help.