Youth Gaming and Gambling, Is It a Problem?

Date: May 2, 2025

Time: 12PM-1PM

CEU's: 1

Presented By:

Heather Eshleman, MPH, Prevention Manager, the Center
Brina Olunkwa, MPH, Prevention Coordinator, the Center

Summary:

With the expansion of gaming and gambling activities in communities and on-line, how does it impact youth and young adults? This population is affected by gaming, gambling, and activities that include a mix of both in their daily lives. Discuss youth gaming, gambling, and the warning signs of problems with these activities. An overview of strategies to prevent youth problem gaming and gambling behaviors that have been adapted from alcohol and substance misuse prevention will be presented.

Learning Objectives:

Increase knowledge of youth gaming and signs of gaming problems.
Discuss youth gambling and signs of gambling problems.
Review prevention strategies that have worked to prevent alcohol and substance misuse that could work to prevent youth problem gaming and gambling behaviors.