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Tips for Positive Play
- You must be 18 or older to purchase a ticket and to redeem prizes at retail.
- Gamble only for fun. Remember, it’s just a game.
- Keep track of how much money you spend when you play.
- Set a limit for the time you will spend gambling and stick to it.
- Don’t borrow money to play.
- Find healthy ways to deal with anxiety, depression or stress.
- Don’t play to win back losses.
- Consider lottery as part of your entertainment budget, not as a way to make money.
- Before you play, plan for how much money you are willing to spend.
- Pay only with cash or debit card. Credit cards are never accepted for Texas Lottery® purchases.
- Lottery games are based on chance. That means you may lose. Understand the odds.
- If gambling is no longer fun, take a break and enjoy other activities.
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