In May, the New York Council on Problem Gambling is focusing empowering individuals in need through voluntary self-exclusion. Empowerment is vital for individuals to make the best choices regarding gambling behavior, including youth to decide not to gamble. Therefore, we can all play a part in empowering youth to make their own decision not to … Empowering Youth to Choose a Gambling-Free Future
Gambling can seem like an exciting activity, but for many young people, it can quickly turn into a harmful habit. It’s important for communities, parents, youth and young adults to understand how gambling works and how to protect themselves from its dangers. The good news is, with the right tools, like financial literacy, and support, … Financial Literacy: Protecting Our Youth from Gambling
March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month, an important time to highlight the risks associated with gambling, especially among young people. While gambling may seem like harmless entertainment, it can lead to serious financial, emotional, and psychological consequences, particularly for adolescents who may be more vulnerable to its addictive nature. Understanding the Risks for Youth Youth … Preventing Youth Gambling: Raising Awareness During Problem Gambling Awareness Month
Problem Gambling Awareness Month is a time to focus on how we can stop gambling problems, especially among youth and young adults. By preventing gambling harm we can make our communities stronger and safer. New data shows us the risks of gambling, but it also shows how we can take action to protect our youth. In … Helping Our Communities: Preventing Youth and Young Adult Gambling
As the Super Bowl approaches, excitement is in the air. With all this excitement, youth may feel pressured to participate in sports gambling with family and peers. Therefore, this game can serve as a reminder of the growing issue of underage gambling. It’s essential that we take proactive steps to help protect young people from the … A Positive Approach to Empowering the Next Generation
This November, we are observing Veterans and Military Families Awareness Month. As we do, it’s essential to highlight an important issue that affects Veterans, their families, and especially the youth who look up to them: gambling. Veterans act as unique and respected role models within their communities, often as heroes and role models for young … Addressing the Impact of Veterans Gambling on Youth
Empowering Youth Against Gambling: The Importance of Media Literacy In today’s digital landscape, young people encounter a multitude of gambling advertisements. The impact of these messages on their gambling behaviors is significant. To combat this, we need to empower our youth with critical thinking skills and the ability to make informed choices. Media literacy is … The Importance of Media Literacy
This back-to-school season, let’s prioritize well-being, including safeguarding against the risks of gambling.
Between 20% and 40% of youth are gambling (OASAS, 2022) (Winters and Derevensky, 2019) (OASAS, 2015). We also know that 94% of individuals who struggle with gambling harm will have at least one co-occurring mental health disorder or addiction (Pricel et al., 2021). The earlier we engage in discussions and take action to prevent youth gambling, the better equipped … Youth Gambling and Mental Health
