As a parent, you can...

• Inform yourself about the risks associated with gambling activities.
• Limit your own gambling participation, as you are an important role model for your child.
• Explain why the risk of gambling is greater for teens than for adults.
• Explain to your child the difference between responsible gambling and excessive and risky gambling.
• Clearly state your position on gambling participation by teenagers.
• Discuss rules and expectations and follow through with consequences.
• Do not offer any lottery products to your children or teenagers as gifts or rewards.
• Listen to what your child has to say about gambling and encourage discussion.
• Notice any unusual changes in your child's behaviour.
• Be aware of their Internet use.