We are bringing awareness to the dangers of underage gambling and educating youth about the impact of the media.
Westcheser, New York
Joined April 2015
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A big THANK YOU to the students in our Westchester County Youth 2 Youth, SADD & VAASA clubs for helping spread the message about the dangers of underage gambling!!
“You have a better chance of being struck by lighting than winning the lotto. See how much NY is spending.”
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PARENTS! “Childhood experiences inform later habits — and once kids get a little older, observed habits like sports betting or online gambling can become a full blown gambling addiction.”
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“Two dozen men were arrested during a sting in New Jersey for allegedly using games like Fortnite and Minecraft to prey on children.”
Here’s what you need to know to keep your kids safe:
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DID YOU KNOW?! Studies suggest a strong link between substance abuse and problem gambling. Important information to have when speaking with your youth about addiction.
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Student Assistance Counselors being trained on Teen Gaming by Stelianos Canallatos, Prevention Specialist, at the New York Council on Problem Gambling. Counselors will return with new information on the risks and implications of youth gaming and gambling for the new school year!
Is your child constantly playing video games? Read why there is more than just screen time to be worried about.
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Compulsive gambling, also called gambling disorder, is the uncontrollable urge to keep gambling despite the toll it takes on your life. #Gambling means that you're willing to risk something you value in the hope of getting something of even greater value… ift.tt/2fKAcaT
The media can be so powerful. It is important to take a step back and understand how addictive gambling can be.
Is your child showing a sudden, unexplained decline in their academics? Could underage gambling be involved? Check out this interesting new study on the correlation between teen gambling and low school performance.
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March is Problem Gambling Awareness month! Visit ncpgambling.org to find out more information and how you can get involved!
DID YOU KNOW?! You are more likely to pick a four leaf clover on your FIRST TRY than to win a large-sum lottery jackpot. Know all the facts before YOU decide.
Working together at a conference for problem gambling to see how we can best engage our youth in prevention! nitter.gq/NYProbGambling/status/…
