The Gamblification of the Digital World and Impact on Youth Problematic Gambling and Gaming Behaviors
11:20 AM - 12:20 PMWed
Benton North - Winston 3A
HHS - FCS
Speakers
Alison Wood
Youth gambling behaviors are on the rise as gambling products and services have become easily accessible 24/7 on digital platforms. Analyze additional digital concerns, including persuasive design methods that encourage habit formation and the "gamblification" of video games that promote spending and chance-based activities. Explore the complexity of youth gambling and gaming behaviors on digital platforms and emphasize the importance of education on how digital platforms can impact a young person's neurobiology is an important facet in preventing youth from forming unhealthy habits in gambling that can lead to problematic gambling behaviors and addiction. Leave with information about an annual mini grant opportunity for schools and community organizations to be provided with resources and training to implement youth prevention education.