Nummer gegen Kummer
Free, anonymous support for children and young people. Call 116 111, Monday to Saturday 14:00-20:00. On Saturday the advisers are young people. The line is not open overnight or on Sunday. nummergegenkummer.de
If you are under 18
Leave this website. Don't create an account here. Tell a parent, a counsellor, or a doctor that you've been exposed to gambling content. Nummer gegen Kummer will talk to you on 116 111, Monday to Saturday from 14:00 to 20:00, without you having to give your name.
Help resources
These organisations help young people and families in Germany.
Elterntelefon
The parent line at Nummer gegen Kummer, for adults who are worried about a child. Call 0800 111 0550. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 09:00-17:00. Tuesday and Thursday 09:00-19:00. It is free. 0800 111 0550
BIÖG gambling line
The national gambling line. Parents can call 0800 1 37 27 00. Monday to Thursday 10:00-22:00. Friday to Sunday 10:00-18:00. Closed on 24 December and 31 December. check-dein-spiel.de
The age rule
Check dein Spiel states that children and young people under 18 may not take part in gambling. That is the line we use on this site. Under 18
Gam-Anon
Peer support for families and friends affected by someone else's gambling. gam-anon.org
Telefonseelsorge
If a young person is in crisis or thinking about suicide, call 0800 111 0 111 or 0800 111 0 222, around the clock. In immediate danger, call 112. telefonseelsorge.de
Questions
Is the age different for gambling in Germany?
No. The Bundesinstitut für Öffentliche Gesundheit states that children and young people under 18 may not take part in gambling. We use 18 on this site.