Addiction can destroy a life, a family, and a state. Montana ranks incredibly high in the U.S., in fact, they are in the top 2.

A study from Universal Drug Store came out with the most addicted states in the U.S., and only one state has more of an addiction problem then our beautiful Montana. Now, addiction can stem from many different things. Alcohol, drugs, gambling, to even caffeine, so we wanted to know what exactly is pushing Montana to the top.

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This study shows that Montana has the 2nd highest addiction rate to smoking and alcohol, scoring a 6.9/10. But what does that number mean and how did the scoring work?

Montana ranked in the top 15 for smoking rates, illicit drug use and excessive alcohol consumption, the latter of which they ranked third, with 24% of the population drinking alcohol excessively. -Universal Drug Store

 

HOW DID THEY COME UP WITH THESE NUMBERS? CLICK HERE

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In the United States, there are around 21 million people addicted to at least one thing. Whether that is drugs, alcohol, prescription drugs, gambling, sex, etc., it's important to remember if you are struggling, you are not alone. There is help, you do NOT need to become one of the thousands of deaths that happen every single year, due to addiction.

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Only about 10% of people who need help with addiction actually receive it. In Montana, there are numerous different options for those seeking help with addiction.

NATIONAL HELP LINE: 1-800-662-4357

HELP MONTANA ADDICTION, TREATMENT, REHAB CENTER 

Bozeman, MT

Butte, MT 

Laurel, MT

Missoula, MT

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Here are the Top 6 Most Used Drugs In Montana.

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PropertyClub.NYC has announced its 2023 list of the 8 cheapest Montana towns.

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