Australian apprentices and gambling

Abstract

Recent evidence suggests that young people are at an increased
\nrisk for developing problem gambling compared to adults.
\nHowever, relatively little is known about the gambling behaviour
\nand gambling-related problems of young workers. This survey
\nof Australian apprentices revealed high rates of gambling and
\ngambling-related problems, particularly in relation to gambling
\non games of skill, racing and casino table games, and low rates
\nof help-seeking for gambling-related problems. The findings
\nimply that there is a need for effective health promotion and
\nintervention targeted at this group of young workers.