Children more likely to become gamblers due to high volume of betting ads

Report prompts concerns about increased exposure of aged 11-24 during coronavirus lockdown

Gambling has become part of every day life for children due to a constant stream of advertising that makes them more likely to bet in later life, according to major new research.

The groundbreaking report cited TV advertising, social media and the influence of family among factors likely to lead young people to gamble, prompting renewed concern about increased exposure during the Covid-19 lockdown.

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from The Guardian https://ift.tt/2WJTl20