Despite the dangers, some parents offer gambling to children

On many occasions, despite knowing a legal age to gamble in the casino English parents offer their children gambling games. Whether it's scratch tickets or lottery tickets, it's an original gift that allows children to dream for a few moments. A look back at a practice that remains controversial.

Some numbers to know

We will immediately see all the interesting figures to take into account about these parents who offer games of chance. This study was carried out by the ANJ (National Gambling Authority) on the parents of children aged 10 to 17. We will then be able to draw a conclusion on these practices.

• ♦ 93% of parents think gambling is dangerous for their children;
• ♦ 70% of parents who play scratch card games bought some for their children ;
• ♦ 38% of parents suggested the children play the lottery or other;
• ♦ 9% of parents let their children play or give them advice on bets.

As you can see, the vast majority of parents believe that these games are dangerous for their children, but that doesn't stop a significant portion of them from buying lottery games for them. This practice clearly shows that the actual risks of gambling may not be fully understood by parents.

The risks of gambling for children

We want to remind in this article about the risks for young minds to get into gambling. It is true that more and more people are exposed to gambling with the advent of the internet, new technologies, video games, but also advertisements and various tempting offers found on the internet.

Here are the signs to look out for:

• ♦ He puts aside his studies and lessons;
• ♦ Money may disappear from some wallets;
• ♦ He borrows money;
• ♦ He becomes silent, depressed and may have suicidal thoughts.

Most often, studies have shown that young problem gamblers are boys. They have access to gambling through their mobile phone and use the details of their parents or a friend to register on an illegal site for minors.

It is very important to cut off this process at the first signs, because a child playing between 10 and 17 years old would subsequently be very prone to addiction.