Problem gambling and drug addiction are rippling through every town and village in County Longford.
That's the view of local psychotherapist Katie-Anne O'Toole ahead of a series of information events in the county.
The Problem Gambling Support service is teaming up with Longford GAA to offer support to those affected.
Katie-Anne says excessive gaming among young people can lead to more serious addiction issues.
She says the events, which will take place across the county, will help shine a light on the worrying trend:
The series of information events starts next Tuesday evening: