The number of 11-17 year olds showing signs of problem gambling has doubled over the past year. As technology improves, young people are exposed to gambling a lot more frequently through social media, sporting events and online activity. 

On this episode, Ben & Steve are joined by Craig & Verity from Gamcare to discuss the scale of the issue, why the figures are increasing and what can be done about it.

 USEFUL LINKS:

• Gamcare
• Reframe Coaching
• Gambler's Anonymous
• Gamble Aware
• BetKnowMore
• Breakeven
• Gamfam
• Gamlearn

*Jack Black clip from Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, courtesy of NBC

Call the National Gambling helpline, for free, on 0808 8020 133

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Ben Jones & Steve Girling

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