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Have you ever placed a bet? For example,
"I bet you my lunch that we are having a pop quiz in math today."
or "I bet you $10 that the Leafs will win the game tonight."
These examples don't seem like gambling because you are not at the racetrack
betting on horses but it is still considered gambling because you are
risking something of value (lunch, $10 etc) on an activity with an uncertain
outcome. Other examples of betting or gambling include:
- Pro-line
- Bingo, and
- Sports pools such as football or hockey.
Gambling in itself is not bad! However, it is important
to know that you are at a higher risk of developing gambling problems.
You, just like anybody else, are not immune to gambling problems!
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