A private quiz on your gambling habits, and where to find help

Nine statements about the past year, then phone numbers that work if the answers make you uneasy.

Last checked October 2026Adults 18+/19+Written by Anderson Alves, editor in chief

The short version

This private quiz asks nine yes or no style statements about the past year, covering chasing losses, secrecy, borrowing and mood. It does not diagnose anything. If several statements fit, free confidential help exists in Canada, such as ConnexOntario and Gambling Support BC.

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Gambling habits quiz

Think about the past year. Nothing is saved or sent anywhere.

Do you often end up staking more cash or time than you meant to? Have you tried to cut down or quit and failed? Do you play again soon to win back an earlier loss? Do you hide or play down how much you gamble when others ask? Have bills or basic costs gone unpaid because of gambling? Have you borrowed or sold belongings to keep playing? Do you feel restless, irritable or guilty either when you cannot play or after you do? Do you gamble to get away from stress, worries or a low mood? Has gambling hurt your job, studies or relationships?

Tick the questions you answer yes to, then press Count my answers.

Common warning signs

Staking more money or time than you intended.
Playing again just to recover a loss.
Keeping the amount a secret.
Skipping a bill or borrowing to fund play.
Feeling edgy, guilty or low when you stop or when you play.
Using gambling to escape stress.

One sign does not equal a problem. Several together are worth acting on.

Free, confidential support in Canada

ConnexOntario: 1-866-531-2600, open around the clock, for gambling, mental health and addictions in Ontario.
Gambling Support BC: 1-888-795-6111, a free line in British Columbia open at all hours.
Responsible Gambling Council: information and a treatment finder for Canada.
Gamblers Anonymous: meetings run by peers.
Quebec: the provincial service Jeu : aide et référence. Check its website for the current number.

In an emergency, call your local emergency number.

Steps you can take today

Lower your deposit limit, switch on loss and time limits, take a break or self-exclude. The self-exclusion and limits guide explains each option, including Ontario's central program. Tell someone you trust, and think about installing blocking software on your devices.

How this differs from a clinical screen

Tools such as the Problem Gambling Severity Index are scored by validated methods. This quiz is an informal prompt written for this site, not a substitute for a professional. More support appears on the responsible gambling page.

Adults only. The legal age is 19 in most provinces and 18 in Alberta, Manitoba and Quebec. Gambling carries real risk of loss. Set limits and stop when it stops being fun. This page is general information, not legal, tax or financial advice.

Common questions

Who can see my answers?

Nobody. They stay in your browser, nothing is sent and everything disappears when you close the tab. If others use your device, you may prefer a private window. The quiz asks for no name, email or any other personal detail.

Does a high count mean I have an addiction?

No. The quiz counts signs you recognize, and only a professional can assess a gambling problem. A high count is a reason to talk to a support service, set limits or take a break. A low count is not a guarantee, so keep checking in with yourself.

Can I call a helpline without telling my family?

Yes. Lines like ConnexOntario and Gambling Support BC are confidential, and you do not have to give your name. Advisers can walk you through treatment and self-exclusion and help you decide what to tell the people around you, and when.