June 21, 2024 – 19:26 By Claudio Serra
He Ministry of Health of Saltathrough the Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions, warned about the proliferation of problematic consumption that are not related to drug use, especially gambling addictionin adolescents and young people.
They note that the proliferation of online betting sites began to affect an increasing population of adolescents and young people. “However, The consultation rates for gambling compulsion continue to be very low in specialized addiction services,” said Martín Teruel.head of the area.
“It is necessary to raise awareness about this problem so that those people who suffer from it, and also their families, can come and consult. and receive the professional attention that suits each case,” explained the Salta official.
“People with this problem usually present behavioral symptoms similar to those who suffer from problematic drug use. These behaviors often lead to the deterioration of significant relationships and put employment and academic or professional activities at risk,” said the civil servant. Jump.
Pathological gambling, also called gambling addiction or gambling addiction, is a growing problem worldwide. which, on the other hand, due to the proliferation of online betting sites, is beginning to affect an increasing population of adolescents and young people.
Warning signs of gambling addiction
Among the signs to take into account are the need to bet increasing amounts of money to achieve the desired excitement, in addition to devoting more time to gambling activities and an inconvenience to quit the game even if all the money has been lost.
Alert for gambling addiction in Salta (Illustrative photo)
Alert for gambling addiction in Salta (Illustrative photo)
Another point to take into account is the nervousness or irritability when trying to stop or reduce gambling behaviorswith recurring thoughts and ideas referring to betting situations, past or anticipated for the immediate future.
Money losses, far from being a stop to these behaviors, generate the desire to gamble again with the idea of “recovering what was lost,” which leads to lying or having dishonest attitudes to hide material losses. People frequently turn to others for money to alleviate the financial situation caused by gambling losses.
What are online games?
They are those in Chance intervenes, generating addiction and making it obligatory to risk our money., for example online casinos; sports betting and virtual lotteries, where the player’s skill is relegated to the background.
What is digital gambling?
Is he uncontrollable urge to gamble or chance despite causing us economic losses and negative consequences for work, family and friends. An addiction that affects all social classes with a higher incidence in adolescence, especially among men.
Can minors participate in betting?
Despite By law it is prohibited for minors to be part of these practicesteenagers often falsify data and documentation, or also create false profiles with information from an adult in order to bet.
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