There are so many things that parents tell teens to be aware of, from crossing the street safely, to avoiding addictive behaviors. For the third week in Problem Gambling Awareness Month, the focus is on parents talking with their youth about the risks of underage gambling. The teenage years are a time of great change… Read more »
Whether you like it or not, part of being a teenager is feeling the need to look cool and fit in. Most teens may not know that nearly 90% of youth age 14-21 do not gamble on a regular basis (Welte, 2007). There’s good reason for not participating in underage gambling, and that is because… Read more »
As the holidays are approaching, many people begin to scramble looking for different types of gifts to give to the people that they love. As people get more and more desperate, they may think of getting a scratch off ticket for a teen, especially to put in stockings and cards. These gifts are meant for… Read more »
Recovery Although the 2016 celebration of Recovery Month is behind us, we shouldn’t forget that recovery is every day! Recovery can be an exciting time for everyone. It can be a time of exploration into who you are, and a time to rebuild relationships with anyone who brings a positive experience into your life. … Read more »
As we come to the end of Problem Gambling Awareness Month, it’s important to talk about where gambling may begin: youth. 68% of American youth between the ages of 14 and 21 have gambled, and these youth are at more than double the risk for developing problem gambling than the general population; the younger a… Read more »
The weather is colder, there are Christmas trees, menorahs and more in windows, the streets are lit up with strands of white lights, and people are already thinking about their New Year’s resolutions… what does this all mean? The holiday season is here! And for many people, holiday shopping is already underway. Did the children… Read more »
