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TODAY'S CULTURE IS INCREASINGLY ACCEPTING OF, AND RECEPTIVE TO, GAMBLING.

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Teen gambling is on the rise and is the fastest growing addiction among teens.

61% of teens believe that gambling is "morally acceptable."

The Gallup Organization discovered that 26% of teens said they took part in some form of legal gambling, with 27% betting on professional sporting events and 18% on college games.

The National Opinion Research Center at the University of Chicago reports that 28% of 16-17 year olds participated in private betting.*

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National Council on Problem Gambling
(800) 522-4700

* www.norc.uchicago.edu

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Tell your teen that gambling is harmful, destructive and wrong. It can be potentially addictive, possibly leading to economic devastation.

Set a consistent example. Parents play the primary role in modeling healthy and mature attitudes and behaviors for teens in regard to gambling.

Know where your teens are, who they're with and what they're doing. If gambling becomes a problem or addiction, get them professional help.
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