​​Seminar in Akita.pdf Click here to register for the seminar in Akita. Registration will be accepted until 9/17 Thu. Reservations required. Capacity 125 people, will close as soon as capacity is reached.   Participants will learn how to understand and respond effectively to addiction. This program is open to a wide range of participants, from family members of those affected by addiction to aid workers and the general public. Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, Support Project for Private Organizations with Dependent Disorders September 19, 2020 (Saturday) Registration 12:45～ 13:30～ 16:00 Akita City Cultural Hall, Akita City 7-3-1 Sanno, Akita City, Akita Prefecture Program Lecture by Dr. Nanako Yoneyama Lecture by Noriko Tanaka Lecture by Noboru Takachi Panel discussion Free of charge Countermeasures against new coronavirus infection The number of visitors will be limited to half of the maximum capacity of the venue. We ask for your cooperation in wearing a mask and taking your temperature at the reception desk. We will take precautions to prevent infection such as alcohol disinfection. Lecturers Nanako Yoneyama Professor, Department of Health Sciences, Akita University Graduate School of Medicine She has been at Akita University since April 2004. She specializes in mental health nursing and forensic nursing. Her research themes include nursing support for victims of violence such as domestic violence, abuse, and rape, mental health support for helping professionals, and addiction nursing. Noboru Takachi ASK Addiction Prevention Education Advisor. Born in Kochi Prefecture. Graduated from Meitoku Gijuku Junior and Senior High School. While in high school, he was a member of the baseball team. He made his debut in the entertainment industry in 1993. Since his debut, he has appeared in many movies, dramas, and variety shows. Arrested on June 24, 2016 for violation of the Stimulants Control Law. Currently connected to a hospital specializing in drug addiction and a self-help group to continue his recovery, while working to raise awareness of addiction issues. Noriko Tanaka Representative Director of The Society Concerned about Gambling Addiction. Noriko Tanaka is the wife of a third-generation gambler whose grandfather, father, and husband were all gamblers, and has her own experience as a recovering gambler and shopaholic. In December 2018, she attended an international conference on addiction held in the Vatican City and reported on the current state of measures against gambling addiction in Japan.   Organized by NPO National Association of Families Affected by Problem Gambling 090-4023-7342 Kodama Seminar Akita Registration will be accepted until 9/17 Thu. Reservations required, Capacity 125 people, will close as soon as capacity is reached.