Winter 1996/1997

(Excerpts from a news story by an 18 year old suburban high school senior..)

The pressure is on. There is a two showing and you are on the high roller table. Do you double down on an eleven or just take a hit? This question goes through the minds of many high school students on Friday and Saturday nights...

...Gambling is one of the most addictive habits in the United States today. The news media is constantly printing stories about people who have gone into deep debt to finance an addictive gambling habit. Some people even go to the casino to spend food money on their addiction. Many students are becoming part of the addiction...

...Recently, a senior at our school said. "Gambling is fun if you know what you are doing and don't lose." With this mindset, many become hooked and major problems ensue. Gamblers go to a casino for the first time and win big. Then they think every time they go they will win...

...Gambling can be exciting, but it can also be extremely harmful. Find help if you are an addicted gambler before you hurt yourself and those who care for you.