What is the Supporting Members…
Our supportive members are located all over the country!
All are recovering gamblers.
In what way?
(1) Advice on dedicated LINE group
(2) ZOOM group meetings every Saturday, Sunday, Wednesday and Friday
(3) Accompanying self-help groups
(4) Individual telephone consultation, etc.
What can we discuss?
Gambling problems, as well as life in general.
We provide support that can only be provided by colleagues who have been through the same experience.
*Gambling debt problems
*Family and relationship problems
*Workplace issues, career continuity, etc.
Inquiries and participation
Association for Problem Gambling Addiction
Please call first the Consultation Only Phone of the Party Support Department at 070-4501-9625 or join our ZOOM meetings on Saturday, Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays in person.
Please note that the service is operated by volunteers, so it may be difficult to get through at certain times of the day. We apologize for the inconvenience, but please call again.
(1) Advice on dedicated LINE group
You can connect with members of the Association’s Party Support Department on line.
Starting here, many of our associates began their road to recovery.
*Participation from anywhere in Japan
*You can consult with us on line about any problems you are having.
*Share information about self-help groups, seminars, etc.
(2) Regular ZOOM meetings for parties concerned [every Saturday, Sunday, Wednesday, and Friday].
Please enter the ZOOM meeting at the link below.
*Saturday 9:00 a.m.
*Sunday, 9:00 a.m.
*Wednesday, 2:00 p.m.
*Friday, 2:00 p.m.
Meeting ID: 968 8279 5949
Passcode: 556119
For Saturday and Sundays at 9:00 & Wednesdays and Fridays at 2:00 p.m.
*Saturday 9:00 p.m.
*Sunday 9:00 p.m.
*Wednesdays at 9:00 p.m.
*Friday 9:00 p.m.
Meeting ID: 980 3797 3144
Passcode: 731778
For Saturday, Sunday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:00 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
There are no self-help group meeting places nearby.”
I work the night shift and can’t attend self-help groups.”
I don’t have any friends who are doing the 12-step program.” etc.
(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 GA Japan introduction flyer)
GA groups across the country hold regular meetings. There, nakamas who have developed various problems due to gambling and whose lives have become unmanageable, share their experiences and listen to their nakamas’ stories, thereby gaining the strength to live a gambling-free day.
Introduction of a simple “self-check” method developed by the Association.
Is it too much to get stuck in? I was wondering…
Gambling Addiction Self-Check
Let’s do LOST!
If you answered “yes” to two or more of the four questions, you are at high risk for gambling addiction. If you answered “yes” to two or more of the four questions, you are at high risk for gambling addiction!
Limitless
No expiration date→ Yes or No
Not setting budget or time limits when gambling, or failing to adhere to them even when they do
Once Again
Once again→ Yes or No
Thinking ‘I’ll spend my gambling winnings on the next gamble’ again.
Secret
Hide→ Yes or No
Hiding your gambling from someone.
Take Money Back
I’m going to get it back.→ Yes or No
When you lose money gambling, you want to get it back right away.
Research studies have shown that four behaviors can distinguish whether a person is a “gambler” or a “gambling addict” who enjoys gambling in moderation. If you are concerned about the results, please consult with the Assistance Department.