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Research shows that early childhood gambling experiences, including those with lottery products, can be a risk factor for gambling problems later in life.

This research prompted the International Centre for Youth Gambling Problems and High-Risk Behaviors at McGill University and the U.S. National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) to join forces in developing the Gift Responsibly Campaign. Since 2001, the simple goal of the Campaign is to raise awareness about the risks of underage lottery play.

Classified as: Faculty of Education, youth gambling, Jeffrey Derevensky, International Centre for Youth Gambling Problems and High-Risk Behaviours
Published on: 8 Dec 2022

Lottery tickets may be fun-filled and exciting presents, but they are not suitable gifts for minors. Studies suggest that gambling is a popular yet risky activity among youth. Additionally, researchers have reported a correlation between age of gambling onset and problem gambling later in life. Lottery play is sometimes an initial introduction to gambling activities for minors.

Classified as: youth gambling, health and lifestyle, McGill University’s Youth Gambling Centre, Keith Whyte
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Published on: 8 Dec 2016
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