Gambling & Gaming

  • Talking With Children About Gambling

    Talking With Children About Gambling

    Learn more about how to talk to your children about gambling and risky activities. Source: National Center for Responsible Gaming (NCRG) and the Division on Addiction at Cambridge Health Alliance

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  • Youth and Problem Gambling Facts and Guidelines for Prevention

    Youth and Problem Gambling Facts and Guidelines for Prevention

    Resources and Guidelines for Responsible Gambling Many parents aren’t aware that youth gambling is often connected with alcohol use, marijuana use, and other drug use. Resources for Parents: Facts on Teen Drug Use – information to help you talk with your teens about drugs and their effects, and learn where to go to get help…

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  • Give a child a TOY not a ticket

    Give a child a TOY not a ticket

    Lottery tickets are not suitable gifts for children under 18. As you shop for gifts for children for birthdays, holidays, and other occasions; experts advise against giving lottery tickets to children.  Due to an abundance of gambling-like games, children today may be introduced to gambling at a young age. Research shows that the earlier a…

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