under-age gamblers

[Kemarit]

Some underage are already exposed in gambling even if it's not in casino. Even myself is exposed in gambling when I was young but I have control and also my parents that time always give me advice that if you don't control yourself in gambling while it is still early then you won't get addicted. As we know that once being addicted to gambling then it will be very hard to get out of it without help. Even somr gambling addicts that got help from someone they know like family takes time.

Good for you, at least you have control and your parents are always at your side giving you good advices. But for some who may have gone in the wrong path as early as what the OP witnessed, it's going to be very hard for this under age boys because they think it's perfectly legal or correct to bet even if they are not in the right age. Or even worst, they shouldn't involved themselves in gambling. This is the beginning for them and chances are they will go and become addicted to it when they got into their 20's.

[dothebeats]

Sometimes it's not the regulation but the enforcement of the said regulations. I see a lot of countries have this pretty black-and-white rule against underage gambling, yet the problem remains because the countries themselves do not actively enforce this law unless they will receive reports of it happening rampantly and it gets publicized and they are criticized. This is what's happening in my country too, and people will never really care about the problem unless it gets its way into the national television. You can't really blame the laws; they are there but they don't work because those who enforce said laws are always absent in doing their job.

[iv4n]

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I think I read somewhere that people under the age of 18 still have an underdeveloped brain. So, could gambling underage affect them more? Likely yes, but even young people can be responsible. I'm not saying to send your kids out to gamble, but if the child was raised right they may gamble responsibly. That's obviously not a guarantee.

When I had 14-15 years it was pretty normal to see a group of teenagers in some little casino. But those were different times, now the laws are much stricter. Now kids are looking for someone older who is willing to place a bet for them.

Surely our brain is still underdeveloped at that age, we have just started to learn about the world around us... and surely "forbidden things" are always more interesting and much more attractive. At that age "everything" affects us more, teenager's sensitivity which gets us into various problems and because of which we all made some mistakes (smaller or larger)... so it's the time when we start learning about self-control and responsibility.

[piebeyb]

why not ask the little boy if he is really betting because we also can't catch that he is the one betting in gambling, because he could have been asked by someone to place a bet there as some people in this thread said , usually children are only limited to having fun in gambling, it will not be serious, it will be different from us adults who think making money is difficult and finally choose to gamble to get money for needs, but I do not support underage gambling

[Wiwo]

How can underage gambling be checked when the law does not make provision for how to checkmate gambling activities in the country, or does not have the right citizens database that could help casinos to set age limits on the casinos and that also includes physical casinos. The major setback in the fight against underage gambling also the place of control from the family and the economic situation of the family what values are built in the child and the taste for money. Some third-world countries face these challenges and this has led to crime and other vises in society but in general terms, underage gambling should be totally discouraged.

[EarnOnVictor]

The OP should know that the standard legal age for every adult-oriented thing is 18 years and above, yet some people are cutting corners in doing it. In the present reality, you would see underage doing a lot of things they were supposed not to do, these are not limited to driving, drinking alcohol, smoking, and betting. So seeing underage gambling should not surprise you, though if a law enforcer is there, such kids and their parents, including the casino/staff could be tried.

But casinos need money, they won't care, particularly if it's offline without KYC. While some underage kids outsmart them with fake ages online.

[nakamura12]

Good for you, at least you have control and your parents are always at your side giving you good advices. But for some who may have gone in the wrong path as early as what the OP witnessed, it's going to be very hard for this under age boys because they think it's perfectly legal or correct to bet even if they are not in the right age. Or even worst, they shouldn't involved themselves in gambling. This is the beginning for them and chances are they will go and become addicted to it when they got into their 20's.

I don't know what will happen to me if I wasn't able to control myself so I won't become a gambling addict. For someone who didn't have someone who will help you to overcome from being a gambling addict to non-gambling addict person. We really can't blame offline casinos that they let underage to gamble in their casino. The only thing we can do is to notify their parents if you have their contact and to help that person go through rehabilitation.

[Cling18]

It really has a huge impact on a child's mental development and growth and might also result in gambling addiction. They have their own reasons why they gamble either because of peer influence or having the hope of taking home a huge reward for their family. Whatever the reasons are, the authorities might still take action on this. They must focus on the welfare of the younger generation.

[danherbias07]

Funny thing is, the story seems to be the same as this one.
https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=5425165.0
The only difference is that one is about women and this one is about under age gamblers.

This very topic came up just few hours ago, my network was poor earlier today and I had to use the physical casino around me, I just stepped in, not upto 10 minutes later, a very pretty and fair looking lady walked in,

Just the other day i was predicting  some games in the world cup in a betshop cause my network was bad so i can't stake online  so i decided to go to the betshop to place the bet, then to my shock i was boy aged around 14 to 15 years who came in and gave the cashier a booking code to place the bet and give him the coupon and the cashier collected and i was like isn't this too little to be involved in such acts.

Anyway, underage. I started gambling when I was 13 or 14 years old but back then kids are afraid of their parents because if they will know that we are gambling there will surely be a punishment that we will remember for the rest of our lives.
Now, it's different. Kids can access online gambling sites and just answer they are 18+ to start gambling or fake any identity requirements.
We should be more careful now about how they will act.
Regarding your example, it's the cashier's fault for letting him make the bet. He/she should've asked for an ID first.
Effect on the kids? They won't be innocent about it anymore, or worst.

[acroman08]

And am just curious if this won't affect the person in times to come

despite the age, the effects of gambling will differ from person to person. I hope people don't think that just because an underage is gambling they will be automatically addicted to it. that being said, the gambling shop should not be allowing the kid to enter or be able to place a bet. @OP if there is a law in your area that prohibit underage children to gamble, you should report the incident in hopes that it won't happen again.

[fortunecrypto]

under-age gambling.any side effects?  

There are many consequences of underage gambling the mind of the child should be free from the burden and pressure of gambling, even adults have problem coping on the issues of too much gambling what more on a child

These are some of the problem and issues child gambling are facing
https://lancerfeed.press/opinions/2016/02/03/too-much-too-soon-the-consequences-of-underage-gambling/

Firstly gambling is a habit that becomes an addiction when not properly control and its really gonna eat you up likewise making you restless and not always focused on things you should do.

Just the other day i was predicting  some games in the world cup in a betshop cause my network was bad so i can't stake online  so i decided to go to the betshop to place the bet, then to my shock i was boy aged around 14 to 15 years who came in and gave the cashier a booking code to place the bet and give him the coupon and the cashier collected and i was like isn't this too little to be involved in such acts.

And am just curious if this won't affect the person in times to come

The government should be the one responsible for looking after the welfare of the children because they are the future of their nation, they should see to it that they are mature enough to gamble if the government allow gambling, the mind of the children are too sensitive to overburden with the effect of gambling, check if your government is not allowing children to bet and if they do not allow report these betting stations so their license will be revoked and they will be fine.

[nakamura12]

And am just curious if this won't affect the person in times to come

despite the age, the effects of gambling will differ from person to person. I hope people don't think that just because an underage is gambling they will be automatically addicted to it. that being said, the gambling shop should not be allowing the kid to enter or be able to place a bet. @OP if there is a law in your area that prohibit underage children to gamble, you should report the incident in hopes that it won't happen again.

This is what lack in previous explanation that it differ from person to person. As I have stated in my previous post that I am exposed to gambling when I was young but I didn't become a gambling addict so I would definitely agree with this. My sisters and brother are also gambling but they didn't become a gambling addict just like me. Let's just say most of us are gamblimg but only gambled what we can afford to lose instead of gambling without limit.

[Strongkored]

And am just curious if this won't affect the person in times to come

People can change and the environment of the children can change a lot it can be good or bad for continuing to be in a gambling environment, but surprisingly enough the betting shop accepts the bets of the kids they should verify it by showing national id, but what about The law in that area should regulate gambling and kids are not allowed to get involved because it will not be good for the kids mentality because they are not mature enough to react to it.

[Johnyz]

Just the other day i was predicting  some games in the world cup in a betshop cause my network was bad so i can't stake online  so i decided to go to the betshop to place the bet, then to my shock i was boy aged around 14 to 15 years who came in and gave the cashier a booking code to place the bet and give him the coupon and the cashier collected and i was like isn't this too little to be involved in such acts.

And am just curious if this won't affect the person in times to come

Being exposed to gambling at your younger age will surely affect your future, and probably you will ended up a gambler as well.
Either that guy is just a messenger or a real gambler, that betshop should not allow it in the first place not unless you go to an illegal casinos which you will see this scenario most of the time. Gambling affects the life of the adult so what more if you are still young where you don't much self-control, he will surely deal with a lot of anxiety if left untreated.

[bitbollo]

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The issue of underage gambling can only perfectly be solved by the gambling regulatory body in your country.

Under age gambling should be fight with strong education and support for all operators and end users (both parents and under age). I don't think the only solution can be a massive KYC.
Bans and regulations are useful but these can be bypassed (easily) and cannot prevent the spread of this absolutely negative and dangerous habit since.

[_act_]

despite the age, the effects of gambling will differ from person to person. I hope people don't think that just because an underage is gambling they will be automatically addicted to it. that being said, the gambling shop should not be allowing the kid to enter or be able to place a bet. @OP if there is a law in your area that prohibit underage children to gamble, you should report the incident in hopes that it won't happen again.

Everyone will learn their lessons and adults can also be addicted, anyone can suffer from gambling addiction, but for underage to be gambling should not be tolerated in any aeas where gambling is allowed, underage are not to make the decisions on their own in official cases, if they want to bet, it should be through their parent, if they want to do things that are not for underage, it most be through their parents. I think no parent will want to encourage their children to gamble, also I think no child will tell their parent that they want to gamble, even if they tell their parent, their parent can lead them to the right path by advising them and how gambling is very risky with life lesson of some addicts in the past and why not to gamble.

[Darker45]

Was the boy also betting or was he only asked to give the booking code to the cashier? Here in my place, little boys are normally asked to do things which are otherwise be illegal for minors in some countries. Children are usually asked by parents to place their bet in a lottery. They're even asked to buy cigarettes, alcoholic drinks, and others that are usually not sold to minors. So, I was thinking this might also be the same thing that's happening in your place.

To be honest, though, minors here are also gambling, in many ways. It's already being tolerated by many families especially in poor communities.

[cabron]

How did the kid get some funds to bet?
This will always be the case of whether he can sustain his habit because if he has no job, it will just be a one-time bet, and after that, it's over.

There is a good and bad effects on the kid. I'd prefer to look at the good after all he is still a kid and can turn his life around when he hit rock bottom because of his gambling activity.  Starting old and addicted to gambling while a person is 40+ I think will struggle more to overcome the addiction than a kid.

[virasisog]

How did the kid get some funds to bet?
This will always be the case of whether he can sustain his habit because if he has no job, it will just be a one-time bet, and after that, it's over.

There is a good and bad effect on the kid. I'd prefer to look at the good after all he is still a kid and can turn his life around when he hit rock bottom because of his gambling activity.  Starting old and addicted to gambling while a person is 40+ I think will struggle more to overcome the addiction than a kid.

The parents should also play accountable if he's getting the funds from them. They should monitor the allowances and money that they're giving their child and also, self-control and self-discipline should be taught at home so I guess the child's parent's have missed teaching that important thing to their kid.
An underage child can't still make firm decisions so he should always be guided and as much as possible, educate him to get rid of anything that can ruin his life in the future.

[minime0105]

It really has a huge impact on a child's mental development and growth and might also result in gambling addiction. They have their own reasons why they gamble either because of peer influence or having the hope of taking home a huge reward for their family. Whatever the reasons are, the authorities might still take action on this. They focus on the welfare of the younger generation.

Children is not allowed to be expose where gambling is taking placbe for the first time, i blame everyone who have a child that is interested in gamblling, sometimes children who goes into gambling does not have any attention of doing it, but they got the concept from their parents or the environment they found theirs self, so i believe that gambling is something we emulate from people around us, because children might have seen people gambling before developing interest.