Nearly 3,000 Contacts to Denmark's StopSpillet Helpline Since 2019 Launch

The StopSpillet Helpline is a service where people in Denmark who gamble can get help and support.

Since its start on January 1, 2019, the Danish helpline StopSpillet has answered almost 3,000 calls from people who need help with gambling addiction. A report shows how this service has helped the community.

Who Calls StopSpillet?

• Players themselves: Around 1,650 inquiries.
• Relatives of gamblers: Approximately 1,150 inquiries, with parents being the primary callers.
• Professionals seeking advice: Account for 4% of calls.

The helpline is open, and counselors who have been trained are always there to assist and keep getting better at what they do.

People are worried about internet betting.

Most calls to StopSpillet are about problems with internet gambling sites and betting. People also call about issues with betting shops and slot machines, which shows more people are having trouble with gambling online.

Assessing How Serious a Person’s Gambling Problem Is

StopSpillet offers a test to help callers understand their gambling severity:

• A score of 0 to 9 is used.
• Average caller score: 5.94.
• A score of 4 or higher suggests a gambling problem.

Problems with gambling among young people in Denmark.

More young people are gambling these days, and it’s becoming a problem.

• A significant number of callers started gambling before the legal age.
• Half of the individuals placed their first bet before turning 17.
• Youths under the age of 18 make up 4% of the calls.

Young people urgently need more education and help.

StopSpillet keeps working hard to help people.

StopSpillet focuses on teaching people about its helpline through clear campaigns. They want to make sure people know where to get help and keep telling them about their services.

StopSpillet has a helpline in Denmark that helps people with gambling problems. It is essential because it also helps their families. The helpline focuses on the dangers of online gambling, especially for young people. It plays a big role in keeping the community healthy and supported.