The summer is coming to an end and students are moving on to their next level of education, which may be college. Going off to college is an amazing time of growth, learning and self-exploration. Learning about all the world may have to offer shows many youths how limitless life can be. With this feeling… Read more »
Did you know that gambling opportunities like scratch-offs are not a healthy gift for kids? Gambling at a young age puts youth at risk for other risky behaviors, and it all start with the brain. The Young Brain The brains of youth are not fully developed until they reach the age of 25. It’s during… Read more »
Summer is approaching and the kids will soon be home. Unlike school days, youth will have a lot of extra time on their hands that could be used for good choices or for poor choices. This time of year, when youth have so much time on their hands, is when many youth begin choosing to participate… Read more »
Underage gambling can have negative effects on youth and their peers, and there are many things that school personnel can do to decrease the prevalence of underage gambling. Who does underage gambling affect? Studies have shown that underage gambling can have damaging effects on youth who gamble, and on those around them. Youth who gamble… 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 »
