What is the Party Assistance Department...

Our supportive members are located all over the country!
All are recovering gamblers.

In what way?
(1) Advice through a dedicated LINE group
(2) ZOOM group meeting every Saturday and Sunday
(3) Accompanying self-help groups
(4) Individual phone consultations, etc.

What can we discuss with you?
Gambling problems, of course, but also about life in general.
We provide support that can only be provided by fellow members who have gone through the same experience.
*Gambling debt problems
*Family and relationship problems
*Workplace problems, career continuity, etc.

Inquiries and participation
The Society Concerned about Gambling Addiction
Consultation Phone: 070-4501-9625
Call us or join us in person at our Saturday and Sunday ZOOM meeting.

 

(1) Advice on dedicated LINE group

You can connect with members of our party support department on line.
Many of our friends have started their path to recovery here.
*Participation is possible from anywhere in Japan.
*You can consult with us on LINE about any problems you are having.
*Information on self-help groups, seminars, etc. will be shared.

How to participate
Phone 070-4501-9625
Call us or join us in person at our Saturday and Sunday ZOOM meeting.

(2) ZOOM meetings every Saturday and Sunday

Held every Saturday and Sunday!
9:00 a.m. or 9:00 p.m., whichever comes first.
No participation fee required. No reservation required. Please join ZOOM directly.

 

Parties ZOOM Meeting.pdf

Please enter the ZOOM meeting at the link below.

*For 9:00 AM
Meeting ID: 968 8279 5949
Passcode: 556119
EverySaturday and Sunday at 9:00 a.m.

*For 9:00 PM
Meeting ID: 980 3797 3144
Passcode: 731778
Every Saturday and Sunday at 9 p.m.

The program began in June 2022 and has had over 150 participants for the first time.
Even those who are hospitalized are welcome to participate with permission from their doctor.
We look forward to your participation.

Recommended for people who
There is no meeting place for self-help groups near me.
I work the night shift and cannot attend self-help groups.
I don't know anyone who is doing the 12-step program.

 

(3) Accompanying self-help groups

Encourage participation in self-help groups and accompany them if necessary.
Self-help groups are effective in recovery from addiction.

Self-help groups for people with gambling problems
Gamblers Anonymous (GA)
GA Japan Service Office　http://www.gajapan.jp/index.html

What do you do in GA? 　(From the GA Japan introduction flyer)
GA groups around Japan hold regular meetings. There, nakamas whose lives have become unmanageable due to various problems caused by gambling share their experiences and gain the strength to live a gambling-free day by listening to their nakamas' stories.

 

(4) Individual telephone consultation

Phone 070-4501-9625
Please note that the center is operated by volunteers, so it may be difficult to reach us at certain times of the day. Please call again.

 

Introduction of a simple “self-check” method developed by the Association

Too much to get stuck in?I thought.I was wondering...
Gambling Addiction Self-Check
Let's do LOST!

In a recent one-year gambling experience,
How many of the four items apply to you?
If you answered “yes” to two or more of them,
If you answered “yes” to at least two of the questions, you are at high risk for gambling addiction.
First, please consult with the Assistance Department!

Limitless
[No time limit] → Yes or No
When gambling, you don't set a budget or time limit, or if you do, you can't keep it.

Once Again
[Again] → Yes or No
Thinking of “spending gambling winnings on the next gamble” again.

Secret
[Conceal] → Yes or No
Concealing gambling from someone

Take Money Back
[Get it back]→ Yes or No
When I lose at gambling, I want to get it back immediately.

 

Research studies have shown that four behaviors can distinguish whether a person is a “gambler” who enjoys gambling in moderation or a “gambling addict,” and we have named these four important items “LOST.
If you are concerned about the results, please consult with the Assistance Department.