Teen Gambling: Understanding a Growing Epidemic
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| Rating | : | 4.26 (611 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1442202270 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 264 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-12-21 |
| Language | : | English |
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Well-written and informative For anyone who wants a better understanding of the addictive nature of gambling, this is the most definitive book I have ever come across. Thank you to the author.. Bible college recommended Bible college librarian Purchased by a conservative Bible college as a library resource upon recommendation of the Biblical Counseling Dept Chair.
As well, he is Co-director of the McGill University's Youth Gambling Research & Treatment Clinic and McGill University's International Centre for Youth Gambling Problems and High-Risk Behaviors. Jeffrey Derevensky is a child psychologist and currently Professor and Director of Clinical Training of School/Applied Child Psychology, Department of Educational and Counseling Psychology;
Gambling, once considered to be a harmless form of adult entertainment and recreation has become mainstream. Equally disturbing is the fact that while parents are well aware of the risks associated with other adolescent risky behaviors (e.g., tobacco, alcohol, and drug use), recent research suggests that teen gambling is not viewed as a risky behavior. Today's children and teens are the first generation of youth to grow up in a society where a multiplicity of gambling activities exists and where gambling venues are not only generally accessible but also heavily advertised and promoted. Yet, problematic gambling among adolescents has been associated with a number of negative individual mental health outcomes, interpersonal problems, school-related academic difficulties, financial difficulties, and legal problems. The thrill, excitement, the adrenaline rush, and the potential for 'easy money' makes gambling an alluring activity. Here, Derevensky offers an overview of the problems associated with underage gambling, and provides a roadmap for parents and educators, and anyone who works with youth, to help underage problem gamblers address their addictions and get the help they need.. While most forms of regulated gambling are prohibited for underage youth, the age vary
Psych, Clinical Child Psychologist, Toronto, Ontario) . The book is a must-read for people who share interests in promoting youth health, including parents, teachers, school administrators, clinicians, and policy makers.” (Marc N. It synthesizes the empirical evidence from all around the world and serves as a 'one-stop shop' for anyone who wants to know anything about youth gambling." (Mark Griffiths, Ph.D., professor, Psychology Division, Nottingham Trent University, UK)“Dr. Derived from his decades of research and treatment experience, this book provides valuable perspective on the problem of youth gambling and what to do about it. While in the past an underage person may have needed to circumvent casino security, a gambling opportunity can now be as clos