With gambling increasingly available on phones, tablets and through the internet young people are more susceptible than ever, according to Dubbo MP Troy Grant.

He said awareness was the key to protecting young people from the risks of problem gambling.

"It's not just young people who need to be aware, so do parents and carers so they can have informed conversations and encourage smart choices," he said.

The NSW Government has created a new booklet called Talking to Teens about Gambling to help start the conversation.

The booklet would be distributed through its Gambling Help counselling network as part of Responsible Gambling Awareness Week.

"The booklet encourages critical thinking about gambling, addresses misconceptions about the chances of winning, and tells you how to find help if you or someone you know are having problems with gambling," Mr Grant said.

"Problem gambling can lead to depression, impact on work and study performance, undermine friendships, disrupt family life, create financial stress, and even lead to criminal behaviour."

Confidential counselling, including legal assistance and financial counselling, could be accessed by phone, online and face-to-face through Gambling Help services which are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week on 1800 858 858 or through www.gamblinghelp.nsw.gov.au.