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Parents can play an important role in the prevention and minimisation of gambling harm among children and young people.
Gambling advertising and young people
Gambling among young people is common, they are exposed to gambling as part of their everyday lives through advertising, media and online games.
Video games may seem fun and harmless, but there’s a link between gaming and gambling. 40% of young people play games that include gambling-like features.
As a parent, grandparent or carer, what you say and do has an impact. You can be a major influence on your child’s lifelong relationship to gambling.
Kid-friendly online, over-the-phone and face-to-face resources are available to help children, young people under 25 and families deal with gambling issues.
Changes in spending, sleep patterns, mood, school marks and social activities could all be signs that a child or young person has an issue with gambling.
Having a conversation with a child or teenager about gambling may seem difficult, but it’s an important discussion for you both to have.
If a workmate or employee is showing any of the warning signs, they might have a problem with gambling. If you’re concerned, it could be time for a conversation.
Do you have a colleague who gambles in the workplace? Do they struggle with gambling? You’re in a unique position to reach out as a workmate. Maybe you can help.
