Online Gambling Service for Teens [Internet helpline]

The International Centre for Youth Gambling Problems & High-Risk Behaviors at McGill University has launched a new service for adolescents and young adults experiencing gambling problems. It's called Talk it Out and is accessible from <http://www.gamtalk4teens.org>.

According to Dr. Jeff Derevensky, it's, "an Internet-based interactive (in real time) helpline dedicated to offering confidential and anonymous information and support to youth across Canada from 8 p.m. to midnight, Eastern Time, seven days a week. This online chat service is provided by graduate trained psychology students and is supervised by Centre staff. This 1-year pilot project is available in English starting September 5th, 2006. Please keep in mind that this service should not be considered as individual therapy, however it is intended to be a readily available support service and resource for youth."