Perhaps one of the most tragic realities about addiction treatment is that, for every man and woman who successfully separates from dangerous drugs, another group will fall victim to their poisons and, tragically, lose their lives via a drug overdose. Although we would like to say otherwise, toxic fatalities of this nature are frequent in our beautiful country and continue to claim lives by the hundreds of thousands, particularly due to an influx of opioids and our thirst for alcohol. However, did you ever wonder which parts of our country have the worst drug-related fatality rates? Which ones stand out from the crowd? Let’s take a closer look and see which U.S. states have the most frequent overdose-related deaths.
1. West Virginia
Once again topping the charts, West Virginia sits at the top of the heap as the state with the worst case of overdose-related fatalities in the U.S. The tragic fact of the matter is that this scenic little state, considered one of the prettiest on the East Coast, has an incidence of 52.0 drug-related overdoses per 100,000 residents, almost 13 points above Ohio. Since 2010, heroin use in West Virginia has quadrupled, and the CDC confirmed a 25% rise in opioid-related fatalities from 2015 to 2016. Simply put, the Mountain State is in a lot of trouble.
2. Ohio
Deemed the Heartland of America, Ohio is an urban state best known for football, fashion, and quality education (with Ohio State University standing out as a top school in the U.S.), but the Buckeye State is also infamous for severe drug problems. Boasting an overdose death incidence of 39.1, Ohio is a breeding ground for heroin, cocaine, and cannabis consumption. Dayton, in Montgomery County, is ranked as the worst death spot in the state, with Toledo and Cincinnati trailing behind.
3. New Hampshire
One of the most surprising on the list, beautiful New Hampshire has much more to offer than scenic coastlines, quaint homes, and historical significance thanks to an influx of illegal drugs. Overall, this lovely state boasts a death incidence of 39.0 per 100,000, but, shockingly, it does not have an adequate lineup of recovery programs. The New Hampshire Drug Monitoring Initiative has also calculated a rise in opioid, meth, and cocaine consumption since 2012.
Seeking Treatment for Drug Abuse or Addiction
People from all around the world suffer from drug abuse and addiction every day, but, in a way, you can also find reprieve in the fact that hundreds of them are also finding ways to heal. Although the battle against illegal drugs continues to wage on in the United States and other countries, you can join the thousands who rally together to find peace and to heal. With the right amount of determination and a little bit of love for yourself, anything is possible.
If you are suffering from a severe case of alcoholism and drug addiction, or have a friend or loved one who is coping with this illness, get in touch with Asana Recovery today. Our professional team of counselors and healthcare experts will help you endure the painful process of withdrawal and detox and guide you along the rocky road of rehabilitation. Soon enough, you will experience a faster and much more efficient recovery.
If you want to find out more about our residential treatment or supervised detoxification/withdrawal programs or enroll in one of these programs today, we are ready and waiting to speak with you at your leisure and your disclosure. Call Asana now at (949) 438-4504 to learn how you can overcome your mental illness and take an extra step toward becoming a healthier person.
