How gambling harms young people
Young people are especially vulnerable to gambling harm as their ability to assess risk is still developing.
The harm comes inform of:
- poor academic performance
- absenteeism from school and early school dropout
- disrupted relationships with family and friends.
Instead of betting, do this
- Install gambling blocking software on phones and computers and unfollow social media accounts that promote betting.
- Find healthier alternatives like sports, art, or spend time with friends who do not gamble.
- Limit bank access and set transaction alerts.
- Seeking Professional Help: Counseling can help change gambling behaviors.
Who is at risk, according to WHO?
People experiencing significant life events including separation, retirement, injury or the death of a loved one may be at increased risk.
Social stressors such as poverty, discrimination or other disadvantages also increase risks.
Heavy promotion of gambling online and through sport also poses risks of normalising gambling for children and young people.
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