Videos to Beat the Odds Competition

Problem gambling affects over 2 million Americans -- young and old -- every year. Teens, however, are at significant risk as they are two to four times more likely to develop a gambling problem than adults. To address this issue, the Minnesota Department of Human Services' Problem Gambling Program created the Videos to Beat the Odds multimedia competition.

Do you like to gamble?
Do you know someone who does?
When do you know if gambling has gone
too far?

Whether you are a high school student,
college student, or parent or friend, it's
important to recognize the warning signs
when recreation becomes an obsession.

Knowing when to seek help is the first step.
Knowing where to seek advice is equally
important. The Minnesota Department of
Human Services problem gambling program
also offers a 24-hour, toll-free helpline at
(800)333-HOPE, providing callers with
confidential advice and information regarding
treatment resources in Minnesota.

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