Parents.

How to Tell if Your Child has a Gambling Problem

Money Troubles

Most teens will always ask their parents for money at some point, but if your child tells you it is to settle a debt, or refuses to tell you what he or she needs it for, you need to step in, and start asking questions.

Tools of the Trade

Have you found suspicious items around the house, or in your teen's room or car? Lottery tickets, betting sheets, bills from online gambling sites - these can all be signs of a problem.

Big Spender

Does you teen have more than his or her income should allow? Most teenagers work for little more than minimum wage, if they work at all, and if you notice that your teen has possessions far beyond his or her means, you need to ask where the money came from.

Empty Pockets

The same goes for a teen that seems to have less money than they ought to. If your child is in debt, or always seems to be out of cash, it makes sense to find out why.

Missing in Action

Unexplained absences from work, school or home can signal problems. Problem gamblers are strongly driven to gamble, and will often take just about any opportunity to do it. If your teen isn't where he or she is supposed to be, ask questions, and find out what is going on.

Mood Changes

Anytime a teen's general mood or personality undergoes a significant change it is important to notice, and find out what is responsible. If your teen becomes excessively moody, withdrawn, or sullen you need to get to the bottom of the problem.