Welsh Gambling Education Hub Adferiad
Our mission is to promote the health and wellbeing
of young people in Wales by raising awareness
of gambling harm and the effects of gambling addiction.
Gambling Support for Parents, Carers and Professionals Across Wales
Our mission is to promote the health and wellbeing of young people in Wales by raising awareness of gambling harm and the effects of gambling addiction.
We work with parents, carers and professionals to support the health and wellbeing of young people in Wales, specifically addressing issues related to gambling harm.
• Are you worried about a young person’s gambling habits?
• Do you work with young people who like to gamble or game?
• Is your child gambling online?
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling or gaming addiction, remember that you are not alone.
Who Do We Help?
We are here to support,
Parents
Carers
Professionals
Teachers and Youth Leaders
Anyone engaging with young people that has a concern about gambling, gaming
or issues arising from gambling habits.
Working Together to
Tackle Gambling Harms
In a world where gambling is more accessible than ever, working together to raise awareness of addiction and the challenges that young people may face, has never been more important.
Providing the Right Support
Welsh Gambling Education Hub Adferiad wants to shine a light on gambling addiction and make sure that you get the support you need.
We offer information and resources to help assess gambling behaviours and to explore the risks associated with these habits, focussing on three core principles:
- training
- education
- support
- For professionals – we visit schools, colleges and youth centres, delivering training and organising workshops. We also provide a diverse range of lesson plans and activities for you to download and explore.
- For parents – we provide contacts and information, guiding you towards the support you need. Whether you are here because you are concerned about a young person’s gambling habits or seeking more information, we are here to help.
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling or gaming addiction, remember that you are not alone.
Contact us today for free, confidential support.
Could you recognise the Effects of Gambling Harm ?
Is Gambling Affecting Your Life?
With technology advancing rapidly, gambling has never been more accessible. But how much is too much? If gambling, or thinking about gambling, is impacting relationships and daily life, then maybe it’s time to get in touch.
Find out more about the adverse effects of gambling and how we can help.
What Next?
There are a number of options available, let’s work together to find the right support for you.
Training and Resources
An essential collection of information, lesson plans and activities for teachers, professionals, youth workers and anyone engaging with young people. Use this toolkit to identify and explore the harmful effects of gambling and gaming.
Treatment Approaches
Confidential, free treatment is accessible to anyone experiencing gambling related harm. Discover our treatment approaches and how we can work together to address addiction in young people.
Gambling Support Services
Explore our network of specialised services. Free, confidential support for gambling addiction is available. Take the first step, speak to an expert today and get the help and advice you need.
Latest News
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Information and Advice
What would you do if…?
This activity supports young people discussing how they
may address concerns about gambling with their friends.
What are the odds?
This activity reveals the odds of winning the Lottery. discuss the
differences between the perception and the reality of
winning the National Lottery.
Gaming Behaviour Ladder
This activity considers the scale of risky gaming behaviour when purchasing in-game items in video/mobile games.
Gambling Behaviour Ladder
This activity considers the nuance in risk associated with
gambling.
Gambling Tree
This activity gives young people the opportunity to
explore and discuss the causes, effects and
consequences of gambling.
Definitions Matching Game
This activity helps young people collaboratively learn some
terminology, facts and information related to gambling.
A-Z of Gambling
Developed around the letters of the alphabet helps participants share and explore the information and
opinions they have about gambling.
