How can my money choices affect my mental wellbeing?

Money themes:

  • Borrowing & debt
  • Money & wellbeing
  • Staying safe online

This topic explores two important issues that put young people at risk: online gambling and money mule schemes. View all the resources below. You can download the printouts and presentation in one go using this button.

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Teenage girl using her phone and looking worried
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Health & wellbeing

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  • Two young people describe how their lives have been affected by online gambling and money mule schemes.
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  • Money and mental wellbeing

  • Students are asked to consider the feelings of the characters in the video.
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