Prevention and Protection of Minors in the Forefront: Prevention Projects and Institutional Cooperation Key to Protecting Minors
Prevention is no longer just a matter of good business practice, but also of legal obligations.
TL;DR
- The "It is Possible to Stop" program is a systemic project for the prevention of gambling addiction, conducted in cooperation with the Specialized Hospital for Addiction Diseases and the Association of Serbian Lottery Operators (UPIS).
- The program's primary focus is the protection of minors through strict enforcement of rules against underage gambling and continuous public information on addiction risks.
- Preventive programs have become part of the regulatory framework, making prevention a legal obligation.
- Serbia's gambling addiction rate is 0.02%, significantly lower than the European and EU average of around 1.5%.
- Approximately 1,150 individuals sought help for gambling problems in the past year, with 80% being men.
- About 240 citizens contact institutions annually due to excessive betting issues.
- Continuous education, collaboration with health institutions, and clearly defined procedures for protecting minors are crucial for reducing the number of gambling addicts.