Youth Gambling Behavior Survey

A quick, private way for young people to reflect on gambling behaviors.

This short, anonymous survey helps youth better understand their experiences and relationship with gambling.

Parents, guardians, and educators are encouraged to share this with youth during Problem Gambling Awareness Month (#PGAM2026) to help start supportive conversations.

Age range:

18-24 26-35 36-50 51-64 65+

Gender

Male Female Prefer not to say Other

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Do your friends often gamble?

Yes No

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Do your friends pressure you to gamble?

Yes No

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Do you gamble at school?

Yes No

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Have you ever skipped class to gamble?

Yes No

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Is gambling more important to you than schoolwork?

Yes No

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Is gambling more important to you than other activities?

Yes No

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Is gambling the most exciting activity that you do?

Yes No

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Have you gambled with money meant for other things (lunch, snacks, age-appropriate entertainment)?

Yes No

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Have you ever sold a possession to get money for gambling?

Yes No

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When gambling, do you lose track of time?

Yes No

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When gambling, do you forget about other responsibilities (homework, chores, etc.)?

Yes No

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Do you often daydream about gambling?

Yes No

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Do you like the attention you get from friends when you win in gambling?

Yes No

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When you win, do you want to keep gambling to keep the “streak” going?

Yes No

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When you lose, do you want to keep gambling to win back your losses?

Yes No

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Do you hide that you gamble from your family?

Yes No

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Have you been in an argument with your parents about your gambling?

Yes No

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Do you hide that you gamble from friends who don’t gamble?

Yes No

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Do you gamble to escape bad feelings?

Yes No

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Do one or more of your parents gamble often?

Yes No

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Your responses suggest gambling may not currently be a concern. That’s a positive sign. Staying aware of how gambling can affect school, friendships, and other activities can help you continue making healthy choices.

If you ever feel pressured to gamble or notice it becoming more important than other activities, consider talking with a trusted adult such as a parent, teacher, coach, or school counselor.

There is a strong possibility that you may have an unhealthy relationship with gambling. We encourage you to approach a parent, a trusted adult family member, or a school counselor to talk about it. Together, you can connect to a state-approved therapist who specializes in family counseling for problem gambling.

If you ever want to talk to someone, free and confidential help is available through Playwise. You can reach Florida’s official gambling helpline anytime at 1-833-PLAYWISE (1-833-752-9947).

Call 1-833-PLAYWISE

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Despite nation-leading strategies in place to prevent underage gambling, the activity finds a way into high schools and teenage social circles within the state. Understanding that youth frequently disengage and are unresponsive to being lectured to, it’s important to empower them instead.

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