That is supposed to be going to happen, education about gambling is very important in order for us to be aware of what we've been doing.
However, this couldn't stop people from becoming addicted that is because it was their decision either. This is all about self-control, might that education have a good impact on the other people but might also it was just ignored from others.
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I hope this project becomes successful and continue to benefit the youth and gamblers as well, it's a win-win situation for the government and for the gambling industry as well, the gambling industry does not want to get the blame whenever there is one gambler perish from the harmful effect of gambling, the gambling industry wants their players to become a responsible gambler, they do not want a broken relationship and broken homes.
With this program it will ease up the burden and both the government and the gambling industry.
I agree, those that are against the gambling or the alcohol industry think they want addicted people to use their products and services but this is not the case, if anything they hate this because it gives them a bad image, they want people that can control themselves and enjoy themselves casually so they can make money without the government interfering on their business all the time, so a campaign of awareness to help the young is a good idea to prevent cases of addiction in the future.With this program it will ease up the burden and both the government and the gambling industry.
because they are earning or getting big revenue from it or simply with tax and thats why they do still continue to operate despite of the addiction that it gives to the citizens.
Young age or children which arent that mature would always have that kind of curiosity in mind which it is likely that they would engage with gambling specially this one
could give out easy money from easy win but thats not how reality works as we know.
I hope this project becomes successful and continue to benefit the youth and gamblers as well, it's a win-win situation for the government and for the gambling industry as well, the gambling industry does not want to get the blame whenever there is one gambler perish from the harmful effect of gambling, the gambling industry wants their players to become a responsible gambler, they do not want a broken relationship and broken homes.
With this program it will ease up the burden and both the government and the gambling industry.
I agree, those that are against the gambling or the alcohol industry think they want addicted people to use their products and services but this is not the case, if anything they hate this because it gives them a bad image, they want people that can control themselves and enjoy themselves casually so they can make money without the government interfering on their business all the time, so a campaign of awareness to help the young is a good idea to prevent cases of addiction in the future. With this program it will ease up the burden and both the government and the gambling industry.
If we can touch the teenagers to have or do something good that they can do and seriously do that thing, the teenagers will not even think to do something wrong in their lives. Even they will get to do the other good things to use their time to make a good thing. That programs is good but needs more supports from the parents who have children or teenagers because the first guard the young people is their parents. The government or instance or charity is a back up when the parents need help for more and hopefully, that can help the younger people to have a better life.
Obviously, because of the motivational factors from family, friends, the environment also has the potential to provide a faster impetus in improving his bad habits. Especially if the motivation to change to something positive comes from self-awareness. Of course I believe their parents will be very supportive of what will be done as a form of education in a direction that can provide positive things. Trust the family is the first to give full support.
I hope this program expands in all countries that dominate youth gambling. However, lately the pandemic has brought many young people into the world of gambling because they have been hit by mass layoffs. In fact, I can see that where I live, in every gathering place for teenagers there is always one gambling online and the other being watched. So it gradually affects the others. I need to think about the same thing in a small area, for example providing education about the dangers of gambling, especially to those closest to me.
What if it does more harm than good and actually provokes children to try gambling ?
Although the probability might be less since it would be taught as a subject or general awareness kind of thing but there have been cases where a particular awareness program actually stimulated people to do that particular thing.
But anyway, until the awareness is given in a positive way I think it's actually good to teach about the negative impacts of gambling to people.
At least gamblers would then not blame that they didn't know the impacts of gambling.
You're right this kind of awareness program can actually stimulate teenagers to try gambling games. But what do you suggest to do instead of that? On other threads, some morons are complaining about the lack of protection of children against gambling activities and ask for mandatory KYC on all gambling sites. Although the probability might be less since it would be taught as a subject or general awareness kind of thing but there have been cases where a particular awareness program actually stimulated people to do that particular thing.
But anyway, until the awareness is given in a positive way I think it's actually good to teach about the negative impacts of gambling to people.
At least gamblers would then not blame that they didn't know the impacts of gambling.
This is a new approach, although I will be honest that I don't think that this in itself would be effective, given that the adolescents are given the chance to try gambling (and even taught how to do so) which leaves a door hanging should these same adolescents ever changed their mind. But, if these adolescents know how to process the information that they were given, and realize that the same negative effects that they are shown could also happen to them, then it would be mission success. I'd love to see the results of this gambling awareness campaign with a new approach, since the older ones which pushes the young ones away from gambling seemed to have failed, as more and more from the younger demographic appear to have succumbed from the gambling problem.
If we can touch the teenagers to have or do something good that they can do and seriously do that thing, the teenagers will not even think to do something wrong in their lives. Even they will get to do the other good things to use their time to make a good thing. That programs is good but needs more supports from the parents who have children or teenagers because the first guard the young people is their parents. The government or instance or charity is a back up when the parents need help for more and hopefully, that can help the younger people to have a better life.
Obviously, because of the motivational factors from family, friends, the environment also has the potential to provide a faster impetus in improving his bad habits. Especially if the motivation to change to something positive comes from self-awareness. Of course I believe their parents will be very supportive of what will be done as a form of education in a direction that can provide positive things. Trust the family is the first to give full support.
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UK charity Gambling with Lives has created what it describes as “a ground-breaking new youth education programme”.
The programme is aimed at preventing gambling harm in young people and will be piloted at schools in Essex, Manchester and Northern Ireland.
According to a press release published by the group, it aims to influence the way gambling awareness education is delivered to young people and address the lack of information and help currently available.
Speaking about the programme, James Grimes, Head of Education at Gambling with Lives, said: “What makes this programme unique is that it includes the role of addictive products and predatory marketing in causing harm.
The programme is aimed at preventing gambling harm in young people and will be piloted at schools in Essex, Manchester and Northern Ireland.
According to a press release published by the group, it aims to influence the way gambling awareness education is delivered to young people and address the lack of information and help currently available.
Speaking about the programme, James Grimes, Head of Education at Gambling with Lives, said: “What makes this programme unique is that it includes the role of addictive products and predatory marketing in causing harm.
Apparently there is going to be a new education program for youths which would teach them about gambling, it would be not only unbiased but evidence based as well, they are going to put roles out in the open regarding the predatory market and how it's influencing the adolescents at this moment, I do think that this might be really helpful for certain cases because they are not shoo-in things away but rather teaching adolescents and talking about their issues.
What do you think about this initiative??
https://www.gamblinginsider.com/news/13127/gambling-with-lives-launches-new-gambling-education-programme
What if it does more harm than good and actually provokes children to try gambling ?
Although the probability might be less since it would be taught as a subject or general awareness kind of thing but there have been cases where a particular awareness program actually stimulated people to do that particular thing.
But anyway, until the awareness is given in a positive way I think it's actually good to teach about the negative impacts of gambling to people.
At least gamblers would then not blame that they didn't know the impacts of gambling.
Teach them maths, statistics data analysis and probability theory is what I learnt when I was young and was a great guide to many normal risk vs reward events especially in finance. Just normal education done right would help alot or previously I've read suggestions on teaching kids normal basic book keeping for planning paying of bills etc. Everyone needs that skill but most never learn it formally or properly hence even without gambling its easy to get into financial trouble.
Do all have to study the material to be better? Shouldn't greatness according to talents and interests be a benchmark in order to provide something that according to him is suitable for each individual in finding identity?
How not all young people like the boring teaching of statistical data analysis and things that in the end only add to the burden on their minds. Because this is a form of program for them to avoid the abyss of gambling, the program managers know what they should teach according to their respective criteria.
If we can touch the teenagers to have or do something good that they can do and seriously do that thing, the teenagers will not even think to do something wrong in their lives. Even they will get to do the other good things to use their time to make a good thing. That programs is good but needs more supports from the parents who have children or teenagers because the first guard the young people is their parents. The government or instance or charity is a back up when the parents need help for more and hopefully, that can help the younger people to have a better life.
Obviously, because of the motivational factors from family, friends, the environment also has the potential to provide a faster impetus in improving his bad habits. Especially if the motivation to change to something positive comes from self-awareness. Of course I believe their parents will be very supportive of what will be done as a form of education in a direction that can provide positive things. Trust the family is the first to give full support.
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UK charity Gambling with Lives has created what it describes as “a ground-breaking new youth education programme”.
The programme is aimed at preventing gambling harm in young people and will be piloted at schools in Essex, Manchester and Northern Ireland.
According to a press release published by the group, it aims to influence the way gambling awareness education is delivered to young people and address the lack of information and help currently available.
Speaking about the programme, James Grimes, Head of Education at Gambling with Lives, said: “What makes this programme unique is that it includes the role of addictive products and predatory marketing in causing harm.
The programme is aimed at preventing gambling harm in young people and will be piloted at schools in Essex, Manchester and Northern Ireland.
According to a press release published by the group, it aims to influence the way gambling awareness education is delivered to young people and address the lack of information and help currently available.
Speaking about the programme, James Grimes, Head of Education at Gambling with Lives, said: “What makes this programme unique is that it includes the role of addictive products and predatory marketing in causing harm.
Apparently there is going to be a new education program for youths which would teach them about gambling, it would be not only unbiased but evidence based as well, they are going to put roles out in the open regarding the predatory market and how it's influencing the adolescents at this moment, I do think that this might be really helpful for certain cases because they are not shoo-in things away but rather teaching adolescents and talking about their issues.
What do you think about this initiative??
https://www.gamblinginsider.com/news/13127/gambling-with-lives-launches-new-gambling-education-programme
Honestly, anything that is educating anyone about the poor choices behind long term gambling is a positive move. Gambling as a fun event, enjoyed with friends in a social setting, maybe once or twice a year is the correct way to look at it. Getting tunnel vision that you must spin that next slot after you rush home from work and put in the final amount of your paycheck because you want to chase the rush you got years ago, is the worst scenario to be in - an all consuming addiction pattern that is terribly easy to fall into and only benefits the gambling company. The best form of education is really going to be a solid appreciation of math, critical thinking skills and a wide range of financial knowledge that should be taught in schools from an early age - ideally with real money at stake.
I do agree with you. The proper and real education other than those from supposed gambling sites is a step in the right direction. And I like that the target population is for the younger generation because you gotta catch 'em young. Teenage age is the formative years and that's when one can be taught to break old maladaptive habits and build new skills that pay off later in life.
What do you think about this initiative??
https://www.gamblinginsider.com/news/13127/gambling-with-lives-launches-new-gambling-education-programme
https://www.gamblinginsider.com/news/13127/gambling-with-lives-launches-new-gambling-education-programme
I am quite impressed when almost everyone does not care about the environment, even teenagers are often considered just a bunch of delinquents and have no purpose in life. An idea emerged as well as an initiative based on concerns that occurred in the field. Of course we will support this program. I hope all other countries also have this awareness, and make it a pilot program to empower young people to have a better living arrangement. Gambling addiction does need to be prevented, at least with various awareness of the surrounding community.
Teach them maths, statistics data analysis and probability theory is what I learnt when I was young and was a great guide to many normal risk vs reward events especially in finance. Just normal education done right would help alot or previously I've read suggestions on teaching kids normal basic book keeping for planning paying of bills etc. Everyone needs that skill but most never learn it formally or properly hence even without gambling its easy to get into financial trouble.
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I think that this program will really help to reduce the level of gambling addiction among young people at least unlike those programs that prohibit gambling activities by laws. Any prohibited activity pushes teenagers to explore it out of curiosity. If the information about gambling is presented by qualified specialists capable of explaining the risks of gambling then it will give a completely different perception to teenagers.
Spreading awareness like this is a good initiative at least but doesnt really give out guarantees on resolving such problem specially with addiction but somehow it do really
give out some little effects and contribution towards avoiding gambling addiction.
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UK charity Gambling with Lives has created what it describes as “a ground-breaking new youth education programme”.
The programme is aimed at preventing gambling harm in young people and will be piloted at schools in Essex, Manchester and Northern Ireland.
According to a press release published by the group, it aims to influence the way gambling awareness education is delivered to young people and address the lack of information and help currently available.
Speaking about the programme, James Grimes, Head of Education at Gambling with Lives, said: “What makes this programme unique is that it includes the role of addictive products and predatory marketing in causing harm.
The programme is aimed at preventing gambling harm in young people and will be piloted at schools in Essex, Manchester and Northern Ireland.
According to a press release published by the group, it aims to influence the way gambling awareness education is delivered to young people and address the lack of information and help currently available.
Speaking about the programme, James Grimes, Head of Education at Gambling with Lives, said: “What makes this programme unique is that it includes the role of addictive products and predatory marketing in causing harm.
Apparently there is going to be a new education program for youths which would teach them about gambling, it would be not only unbiased but evidence based as well, they are going to put roles out in the open regarding the predatory market and how it's influencing the adolescents at this moment, I do think that this might be really helpful for certain cases because they are not shoo-in things away but rather teaching adolescents and talking about their issues.
What do you think about this initiative??
https://www.gamblinginsider.com/news/13127/gambling-with-lives-launches-new-gambling-education-programme
Honestly, anything that is educating anyone about the poor choices behind long term gambling is a positive move. Gambling as a fun event, enjoyed with friends in a social setting, maybe once or twice a year is the correct way to look at it. Getting tunnel vision that you must spin that next slot after you rush home from work and put in the final amount of your paycheck because you want to chase the rush you got years ago, is the worst scenario to be in - an all consuming addiction pattern that is terribly easy to fall into and only benefits the gambling company. The best form of education is really going to be a solid appreciation of math, critical thinking skills and a wide range of financial knowledge that should be taught in schools from an early age - ideally with real money at stake.
What do you think about this initiative??
https://www.gamblinginsider.com/news/13127/gambling-with-lives-launches-new-gambling-education-programme
https://www.gamblinginsider.com/news/13127/gambling-with-lives-launches-new-gambling-education-programme
I am quite impressed when almost everyone does not care about the environment, even teenagers are often considered just a bunch of delinquents and have no purpose in life. An idea emerged as well as an initiative based on concerns that occurred in the field. Of course we will support this program. I hope all other countries also have this awareness, and make it a pilot program to empower young people to have a better living arrangement. Gambling addiction does need to be prevented, at least with various awareness of the surrounding community.
Quote
UK charity Gambling with Lives has created what it describes as “a ground-breaking new youth education programme”.
The programme is aimed at preventing gambling harm in young people and will be piloted at schools in Essex, Manchester and Northern Ireland.
According to a press release published by the group, it aims to influence the way gambling awareness education is delivered to young people and address the lack of information and help currently available.
Speaking about the programme, James Grimes, Head of Education at Gambling with Lives, said: “What makes this programme unique is that it includes the role of addictive products and predatory marketing in causing harm.
The programme is aimed at preventing gambling harm in young people and will be piloted at schools in Essex, Manchester and Northern Ireland.
According to a press release published by the group, it aims to influence the way gambling awareness education is delivered to young people and address the lack of information and help currently available.
Speaking about the programme, James Grimes, Head of Education at Gambling with Lives, said: “What makes this programme unique is that it includes the role of addictive products and predatory marketing in causing harm.
Apparently there is going to be a new education program for youths which would teach them about gambling, it would be not only unbiased but evidence based as well, they are going to put roles out in the open regarding the predatory market and how it's influencing the adolescents at this moment, I do think that this might be really helpful for certain cases because they are not shoo-in things away but rather teaching adolescents and talking about their issues.
What do you think about this initiative??
https://www.gamblinginsider.com/news/13127/gambling-with-lives-launches-new-gambling-education-programme
I am very pleased that this educational program for teenagers has been launched. This is great news!
Teenagers are very vulnerable. They are defenseless against temptation.
Gambling is a very dangerous temptation (along with drugs, alcohol, unprotected sex, extreme sports). Critical thinking is completely absent in adolescents. At the same time, they consider themselves adults. Gambling is very attractive for them and at the same time very dangerous.
I would like this educational program to operate not only in schools in Essex, Manchester and Northern Ireland, but also in schools in my country, as well as in all the rest of the world.
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I think that this program will really help to reduce the level of gambling addiction among young people at least unlike those programs that prohibit gambling activities by laws. Any prohibited activity pushes teenagers to explore it out of curiosity. If the information about gambling is presented by qualified specialists capable of explaining the risks of gambling then it will give a completely different perception to teenagers.
We were all children once! And what children need to learn is someone to awake inspiration in them... and that's never just a program with people talking and showing pictures for one class or two! Of course, they take big money for that, they go from school to school preaching their thing, but when I was a kid nobody believed those people in fancy cars preaching different things, because when the class is over and we go back to the street different laws and regulations apply!
I see this as some charity programs... they gather in their fancy cars and suits, all dressed up collecting money for food, water, and other stuff for poor people! If they just give that money that is spent on arranging charity programs, from that money that goes to their dinners and cars, diamonds there will be no hungry people in the world! But there is, and they still have their fancy parties and people are still hungry!
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I think that this program will really help to reduce the level of gambling addiction among young people at least unlike those programs that prohibit gambling activities by laws. Any prohibited activity pushes teenagers to explore it out of curiosity. If the information about gambling is presented by qualified specialists capable of explaining the risks of gambling then it will give a completely different perception to teenagers.
I don't think this will have a significant effect in my opinion the same as when the government encourages people to stop smoking but the circulation of cigarettes is increasing day by day, now there are many institutions formed by the government and non-government that continue to campaign for the dangers of gambling, but so far this has not provided any positive results, and even during the current pandemic, teenage gamblers are increasing, due to their limited activities in learning and playing, so they have a lot of time to access the internet from home and in the end gambling becomes one of their activities, from several surveys conducted in my countri, even during the current pandemic, gambling addiction is increasing among teenagers between 16 and 24 years of age.
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