Game-bling: When Gaming Meets Gambling
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Event type: Single day (a day or less)
Given the risks associated with gambling, it is crucial to distinguish when a game transitions from a skill-based activity to one based on chance. This webinar explores the growing integration of gambling elements in arcade games, video games and mobile apps, and their impact on youth. We will examine why young people engage in risky behaviors, the influence of adults’ technology use on children, and the role that the representation of money (rather than actual money) plays in gaming and gambling industries. The session will also explore family control options on devices, and provide strategies for parents and caregivers to effectively engage with their children on these issues. Participants will gain insights into identifying when gambling or gaming becomes a problem, along with tools for making safer choices and accessing community support services.
Registration link: https://ymcagta-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QPYVAw6BQUm965FW6ZxgUg
Questions? Contact the YGAP team at ygap@ymcagta.org.