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John Hartson believes the "tools" remain in place to avoid ending up being unhealthy addictions.


Former Celtic and Wales striker Hartson has actually previously discussed his gambling addiction and is supporting a brand-new project by Scottish Professional Football League sponsors Ladbrokes that motivates responsible betting.


"I'm abstinent for seven years," stated the 43-year-old. "I plan to stay clear of gambling. That is my option. It's everything about a personal choice. Life is all about choices.


"There is aid there. It ended up being a serious problem for me. The message is and the targets for me are to stop people getting to where I was due to the fact that we're giving them tools and we're offering them a chance if the gaming does get out of control, there is aid, there's access - you can ban yourself from your local bookie, you can take yourself off the web if you bet online.


"There are individuals out there, problem gamblers, and we put the check in location that if the betting is impacting your home life, your personal life, your health then there are locations, there are indications and there is great deals of suggestions.


"There are scenarios now and places where individuals can fix that and ended up being responsible gamblers."


Several gamers in Scotland have actually served restrictions for breaking gaming rules and club officials are likewise restricted from putting bets on football matches.


"I'm not here as a former addict telling individuals to stop gambling," included Hartson. "I am here to help people not to get to where I was.


"It's not for me to inform people to stop gambling. People won't listen to me. If individuals wish to gamble, they'll bet.


"We're not magicians. It's not a magic wand. If individuals wish to stop, they will look for help. If individuals do not desire to stop, then they just simply won't."


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