Gambling

Question 0

Who gambles more? Approximately what percentage of kids considered pathological?

Answer 0

Males, worse as get older.

5%??? Details unsure. Estimate 2.8% pathological

Question 1

How does gambling typically start in kids?

Answer 1

By playing parents gambling (lottery, etc).

Question 2

What percentage of kids report gambling activity at least once in the past year?

Answer 2

42%.

Question 3

What is the most prevalent health risk in Quebec school attendees?

Answer 3

Gambling!!

Question 4

Name 5 risk factors predisposing to gambling problems.

Answer 4

Depression.
ADHD.
Loss.
Abuse.  
Impulsivity.

Question 5

What are two treatment recommendations for gambling in children?

Answer 5

Parents STOP!!!

Treat like any other addiction.

Question 6

List the 3 CPS recommendations regarding gambling.

Answer 6

Schools should be aware and screen.
Screen for depression and suicide risk.
Ask older children about gambling - including gambling more than planned, hiding behaviours, frequency of gambling.