Self-exclusion is a protective lock, not a moral verdict. Use it when entertainment turns into harm.

Signals include chasing, lying about time or money, and playing with funds meant for essentials.

Site-level exclusion plus device blockers are stronger together than either alone.

Tell someone you trust if you can. Isolation feeds relapse loops.

Look up local support organisations. Professional help beats white-knuckling.

Coming back later should be a deliberate decision after stability — not a bored evening click.

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