Younger gamblers driven by desire for thrills


PETALING JAYA: Young people tend to become problem gamblers because they generally enjoy exploring new kinds of excitement, says a psychologist.

Dr Jasmine Loo, a psychology lecturer, said youths tended to be more “sensation seeking” and were more likely to get hooked on the thrills of gambling.

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