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RESOURCES FOR YOUTH:
MENTAL HEALTH: GAMBLING
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For more information, see our Health Topics section on Gambling.
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Gambling and Families |
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| Addictions Foundation
of Manitoba |
English/French |
Information about families affected by problem gambling. |
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It's Your Lucky Day |
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| Addictions Foundation
of Manitoba |
English/French |
This website was created by the Addictions Foundation of Manitoba.
It includes facts on gambling so you can make decisions that
are right for you. |
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Friends4Friends |
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| Responsible Gambling
Council |
English |
This site is specifically tailored for teenagers and young
adults, and provides information on problem gambling among
youth, tips for safer gambling, financial advice, resources,
myths and frequently asked questions. |
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Talk
it Out |
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| Youth Gambling
International |
English |
This website aims to provide information and help to teens
with gambling-related issues. This is an ANONYMOUS online
support service for young gamblers. You can log on and chat
with a qualified councellor about your concerns or questions
regarding your gambling. |
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Youth Bet |
Ages 10 - 19 |
| Department of
Public Health Sciences, University of Toronto |
English |
This website is composed of prevention resources. It provides
interactive games and information about gambling awareness.
The site also has a guide for parents and teachers. |
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Probably Not |
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| North American
Training Institute |
English |
Information and games about gambling. |
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Wanna Bet? |
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| North American
Training Institute |
English
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An online magazine about gambling, including information,
games, and videos. |
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Credit Card Abuse / Gambling Addiction:
The Teen Files Flipped Series |
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English
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Available at:
AFM William Potoroka Memorial Library (VTR/RC 569.5/.C7/2002)
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Series: The Teen Files Flipped - Provides a sobering, no-holds
barred look at the devastating results spending and problem
gambling. The program candidly illustrates the insidious nature
of unrestrained spending and gambling, dramatically demonstrating
the danger signs and real-life consequences of these risky
behaviours. Two teens learn how quickly their goals and aspirations
can be shattered by these unchecked activities. |
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Playing with Fire: Aboriginal Adolescent
Gambling |
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English
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Available at:
AFM William Potoroka Memorial Library (VTR/RC 569.5/.G35/p5/1998)
(borrow) |
This video is recommended for use with youth to introduce
students to a discussion of gambling and problem gambling. |
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about
Healthy Schools, please contact:
Healthy Schools
Phone: (204) 788-6679
Email: healthyschools@gov.mb.ca |
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