Gamblers Anonymous
Free peer meetings for people with a gambling problem.
For people and families affected by gambling. Talk with people in Switzerland who know what it is like, find help near you, and join the worldwide circle too. Free, always.
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Free peer meetings for people with a gambling problem.
Science-based addiction recovery meetings you run yourself, online and in person.
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โI was in the same place this time last year. The worst part was betting apps on my phone at 3am. This year I did a 5k, slowly. Things come back, slower than you'd like but they do. Hang on.โ
โI was right where you are in 2023. Back then it was chasing losses. I went on holiday in the summer and actually relaxed. It changes. It really does. xโ
โFor anyone new to this: I've been there. For me it was in 2023. I remember betting apps on my phone at 3am like it was yesterday. I laugh properly again. It doesn't stay this heavy. Be gentle with yourself.โ
โIf you are starting to think about stopping, you are already brave. The first step is the hardest. I am not far ahead of you, but I can tell you that self-exclusion helped me. It is not a cure, but it stops the easy access. Tell someone you trust. I hid it for too long. You do not have to do this alone. There are people who understand.โ