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Are you struggling to stop gambling? Contact a hotline in Switzerland for support

If you can't stop gambling despite the negative impact it's had on you and your loved ones, you may feel guilty, ashamed, and hopeless. But there is hope. You can get free support to stop gambling from one of 2 hotlines in Switzerland. Reach out if you relate to the following:

  • Feeling guilty or ashamed after gambling.
  • Gambling to distract yourself from your problems.
  • An urge to win back the money you lost.
  • Asking people to bail you out when you experience financial troubles due to gambling.
  • Losing track of time while gambling.
  • Being unable to stop gambling despite making an effort to stop.
  • Spending more money on bets than you can afford to lose.
  • Feeling irritable when you've tried to stop gambling.

It may feel like the damage of your gambling behavior has gone too fair and that it's irreparable. It's normal to feel as though there's no solution. But if you're committed to your recovery, you can regain what you lost with time.

Taking the first step to reach out for gambling support from a hotline in Switzerland can feel daunting. But you can take comfort in knowing that volunteers are well-trained in supporting people with gambling problems. They will treat you with warmth and compassion and they will listen to you without any judgment.

If you think you might need support with gambling today, consider contacting a helpline in Switzerland for free, confidential help.


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