![]() ![]() Teens who gamble are more likely to use illegal drugs.By the time they get to high school, 60-80% of students reported that they gambled at least once in the past 12 months.Problem gambling impacts about 4-8% of youths, compared to just 1% of adults.Gambling disorders can begin in children as young as 10 years old.Gambling is illegal for young people under 18.Starting a conversation with youth now can help to prevent gambling from becoming a problem for them later. That’s why it’s important to talk to youth about gambling today-just as you would discuss other threats to their well-being like alcohol substances, and tobacco. Gambling is another, less-recognized risk that impacts teens’ brain development-maybe more than you think. We also know that when young teens experiment with alcohol, substances and vaping, they put themselves at a higher risk for addiction later in life. ![]() We expect teens to test limits as they gain independence. Visit /lets-talk-risk for conversation starters and interactive games.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |