News Summary

• A poll last year reported that 10% of men between 18 and 30 show signs of a gambling problem compared to just 3% of the general population.
• Young men are particularly vulnerable because their prefrontal cortex, the part of their brain responsible for decision-making, risk evaluation and impulse control, is still developing.
• “These are those kids that grew up with games like Minecraft and Fortnite that are susceptible to this,” said Heather Hugelmeyer, senior director for addiction services at Northwell Zucker Hillside Hospital.