Gambling initiation in preadolescents

J Adolesc Health. 2008 Jul;43(1):91-3. doi: 10.1016/j.jadohealth.2007.12.018. Epub 2008 Apr 11.

Abstract

Gambling has increased in the past decade, with growing opportunities for initiation by adolescents. More limited data, however, are available regarding gambling in preadolescents. In the investigation reported here, gambling for money was the most common risk behavior in 10- to 12-year-olds. Gamblers were more likely to be white, have tried alcohol, have positive affect toward gambling, and have friends who gamble.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Child Behavior*
  • Cognition
  • Female
  • Gambling*
  • Humans
  • Impulsive Behavior
  • Male
  • Philadelphia
  • Prospective Studies
  • Risk-Taking
  • Self Disclosure
  • User-Computer Interface