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Publication Date: 2009
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Hold 'Em Poker: A Metaphorical Intervention for the Prevention of Problem Gambling among Adolescents and Young Adults
Schaefer-Schiumo, Kristin; Colangelo, James; Bordan, Terry
Alabama Counseling Association Journal, v34 n2 p8-19 Spr 2009
A metaphorical intervention is introduced for counseling professionals, utilizing the terminology of hold 'em poker, the current game of choice among juvenile populations. This metaphor serves as a guide for counselors when assisting adolescents and young adults in developing healthier life choices and deterring potentially impulsive behaviors, including gambling.
Descriptors: Addictive Behavior, Prevention, Intervention, Counseling Techniques, Young Adults, Adolescents, Incidence, Risk, Figurative Language
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