Unlike traditional guidebooks, the “Gambling Compass” is purely a workbook that accompanies users over a period of four months. Without reproach or finger-wagging, it guides users toward daily self-observation: users record their bets, results, and, above all, the feelings and thoughts associated with them. Monthly reviews and reflective questions help users recognize unconscious patterns in their own gambling behavior and consciously perceive their progress.
“We have been reporting on the world of gambling for over 25 years. We see not only the fascination, but also the risks,” explains Ulli Schmitt, publisher of ISA-GUIDE.de. “With the ‘Gambling Compass,’ we want to take a new, very personal approach. We want to provide people with a discreet and honest tool that they can use to gain more clarity about their own behavior in a self-determined and conscious manner. It is a first, low-threshold step toward greater responsibility—for oneself.”
The seriousness of the approach is underlined by the collaboration with the Institut Glücksspiel & Abhängigkeit (Institute for Gambling and Addiction). The institute's experts have professionally reviewed the self-assessment test contained in the book, which consists of ten key questions. In addition, the institute is listed in the journal as the exclusive and primary point of contact for people seeking help in Austria.
Self-reflection is a first and important step in dealing with one's own gambling behavior," says Roman Neßhold from the Institut Glücksspiel & Abhängigkeit. "A tool such as the ‘Gambling Compass’ can play a significant role here. It offers a safe space to take an honest look without having to reveal oneself immediately. We are very happy to support this preventive and practical approach, as it enables people to gain a realistic picture of the situation and take the first step towards seeking help.
Availability and pre-order “Mein Glücksspiel-Kompass” can now be ordered from ISA-GUIDE for €16.99. Either directly from us via email, via BOD, Thalia, or Amazon. Otherwise, the book is also available through regular bookstores under ISBN 9783695118588.
About ISA-GUIDE.de: ISA-GUIDE.de is one of the oldest and best-known gambling portals in Europe. Since 1998, the platform has been providing information about casinos, gaming, sports betting, gambling law, and player protection. With over 100,000 articles, ISA-GUIDE is a central source of information for players, companies, and experts.
About the Institut Glücksspiel & Abhängigkeit: The Institut Glücksspiel & Abhängigkeit in Salzburg/Graz/Hallein is Austria's leading player protection organization. The institute offers professional help to those seeking assistance and makes its expertise available to companies, politicians, authorities, and experts.
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