Featured Resource
PreventionLane.org
PreventionLane.org, a program from the State of Oregon utilizes the Center for Substance Abuse Prevention’s (CSAP) strategies for effective prevention
efforts. PreventionLane's Problem Gambling Prevention Program targets the early initiation of problem gambling, combatting norms favorable toward gambling, and the risk factors for youth gambling.
PreventionLane offers information about problem gambling for use in the classroom or at home including presentations and education, policy support and technical assistance, professional training workshops, videos, and resources. Information in Spanish is available.
LINKS
Gam-Anon
Gam-Anon provides information about problem (compulsive) gambling and its financial and emotional effects on the gamblers' families and loved ones.
International Center for Responsible Gaming
International Center for Responsible Gaming website includes research, resources, videos, and a help center.
Materials for Gambling Prevention
Find printed materials and videos from You(th) Decide, a resource for youth, parents and communities, interested in giving YOU(th) the power to DECIDE from the New York Council on Problem Gambling, Inc.
ACTIVITIES
You(th) Decide: Take the Pledge
Take the pledge with your child to prevent underage gambling and problem gambling.
READING & RESEARCH
Know the Odds Educational Resources
Ebooks, infographics and videos from Know the Odds.
ORGANIZATIONS
Change the Game
Change the Game was developed to raise awareness of the realities of youth gambling amongst parents and educators to help prevent behaviors that can form into greater issues later in life.
National Council on Problem Gambling
NCPG's mission is to broaden public awareness of problem gambling and promote treatment & recovery services.