Sensitive Research
A. Objectives of the study In this study, we want to to explore the gambling behavior of the young people to participate in gambling activities, then try to understand the motivation of the young people to participate in gambling activities. Last, investigate the characteristics of the young people on their family background and schoolmate and what the impact on the gambling activities.
B. Proposed Research Topic A Study of Hong Kong Young People’s Participate in Gambling Activities
Problem gambling among youth is a growing public health concern. While gambling activities are mainly viewed as an innocuous adult pastime, more underage youth, exposed to the widespread availability of regulated and unregulated forms of gambling, are giving in the temptation and pressures to engage in these activities. (Jacobs, 2000, National Research Council (NRC), 1999)
Gambling is no longer a vice accompanied by negative connotations and stigmatization but rather a legitimate form of entertainment. Today’s Jockey Club deliberately associates the proceeds of lottery sales with funding of public education and health/social welfare initiatives.
C. Background 1. Gambling has a long history in Hong Kong. It is also one type of social behavior deeply rooted in Hong Kong Chinese culture. Betting on horse racing, buying Mark six tickets and playing mahjong with friends or relatives are popular ways Hong Kong people spend their spare time and money. By and large, gambling has been a part of life for many people in Hong Kong.
2. The government revenue each year through the collection of betting duty and the gambling money collected funds many good causes for the local community. However, the fact that some people gamble in ways that may do harm to themselves, their families and even the community should not be overlooked.
3. It has been widely argued that the consequences of early exposure to gambling have a negative effect on young people’s future development.
B. Proposed Research Topic A Study of Hong Kong Young People’s Participate in Gambling Activities
Problem gambling among youth is a growing public health concern. While gambling activities are mainly viewed as an innocuous adult pastime, more underage youth, exposed to the widespread availability of regulated and unregulated forms of gambling, are giving in the temptation and pressures to engage in these activities. (Jacobs, 2000, National Research Council (NRC), 1999)
Gambling is no longer a vice accompanied by negative connotations and stigmatization but rather a legitimate form of entertainment. Today’s Jockey Club deliberately associates the proceeds of lottery sales with funding of public education and health/social welfare initiatives.
C. Background 1. Gambling has a long history in Hong Kong. It is also one type of social behavior deeply rooted in Hong Kong Chinese culture. Betting on horse racing, buying Mark six tickets and playing mahjong with friends or relatives are popular ways Hong Kong people spend their spare time and money. By and large, gambling has been a part of life for many people in Hong Kong.
2. The government revenue each year through the collection of betting duty and the gambling money collected funds many good causes for the local community. However, the fact that some people gamble in ways that may do harm to themselves, their families and even the community should not be overlooked.
3. It has been widely argued that the consequences of early exposure to gambling have a negative effect on young people’s future development.
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