Young Adult Perceptions Survey

This survey is designed to better understand how young adults, ages 18 to 24, view recreational activities like gambling, betting, and wagering.
Your feedback will help us learn more about common beliefs and experiences related to these activities, whether you engage in them or not. The survey takes about 6 minutes to complete, and your responses will help shape future services and support in communities across New York State.
For the purposes of this survey, gambling, wagering, and betting are defined as risking something of value for the chance to win a reward.

Thank you for sharing your perspective!
1.How do you personally view gambling, wagering, and betting?
(Select the option that best reflects your opinion)(Required.)
2.How is gambling, wagering, or betting generally viewed in your community or culture?
(Please select the option that best reflects your opinion)(Required.)
3.To what extent do you agree with the following statements:(Required.)
Strongly Agree
Agree
Neutral
Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Gambling can lead to serious financial problems
Gambling can be addictive
Young people are more vulnerable to developing gambling problems
I can tell when gambling becomes a problem for myself or someone else
Occasional gambling is harmless
Gambling is common among those 18 to 24 years old
Gambling is a significant issue among my peers
4.Considering that gambling, wagering, and betting involve risking something of value for a potential reward, which activities do you consider to fall into these categories?
(Select all that apply)(Required.)
5.To what extent do you think the following personal or emotional factors can influence someone to gamble, wager, or bet?
(1=Not at all influential, 5=Very influential)(Required.)
1. Not at all influential
2
3. Influential
4
5. Very influential
Gamble to cope with difficult emotions (like anxiety, sadness, loneliness)
Gamble to manage stress from work, school, relationships, or personal challenges
Gamble to deal with boredom or a lack of other activities
Gamble due to stress related to pregnancy or relationship issues
Gamble while drinking alcohol
Gamble while using drugs or other substances (like cannabis, prescription medications, stimulants)
6.To what extent can the following influence a person's decision to gamble, wager, or bet?
(1 = Not at all, 5 = A great deal)(Required.)
1. Not at all
2
3
4
5. A great deal
Betting advertisements
Social Media (Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter)
Streaming platforms (Twitch, YouTube, Kick)
Family
Friends, Peers, Colleagues, etc
7.How often do your friends or peers encourage you to gamble or bet
(in person or online)?(Required.)
8.In the past 12 months, have you observed or been aware of gambling occurring while under the influence of any of the following substances?
(Select all that apply)(Required.)
9.How much do you agree with this statement: "Using substances (like alcohol and cannabis) increases the likelihood of making risky gambling , wagering, and betting decisions"(Required.)