Montana Teen Addiction Hotline
Montana Teen Substance Abuse Helpline
Like many other states in the United States, Montana has struggled with teenage substance abuse. Common substances abused by teenagers include alcohol, marijuana, prescription drugs (such as opioids), methamphetamine, and other illicit drugs.
Teenagers may be more susceptible to substance abuse due to various risk factors, including peer pressure, family history of substance abuse, trauma, stress, mental health issues, academic struggles, and easy access to drugs or alcohol.
Montana Teenage substance abuse can lead to a range of negative consequences, including impaired cognitive function, academic decline, behavioral problems, legal issues, mental health disorders, and an increased risk of addiction later in life.
Montana has implemented prevention and intervention strategies to address teenage substance abuse. These efforts often involve educational programs in schools, community initiatives, and support services for teenagers and their families.
There are treatment resources available in Montana to help teenagers struggling with substance abuse. These may include counseling, therapy, support groups, outpatient programs, and residential treatment centers.
Montana provides helplines and resources for teenage individuals seeking help with substance abuse issues. The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) and organizations like the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) offer information and support for those in need. If you need immediate medical attention, call 911 Now.
Substance Abuse Statistics Montana Teenagers
Teenagers in Montana are 39.58% more likely to have used drugs in the last month than the average American teen as reported by the National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics (NCDAS)
- 9,000 or 11.63% of 12- to 17-year-olds report using drugs in the last month.
- Among them, 77.78% report using marijuana in the last month.
- 15.50% of all 12- to 17-year-olds report using marijuana in the last year.
- Up to 0.64% report using cocaine in the last year (data is limited).
- Up to 0.64% report using methamphetamines.
- Up to 0.64% used heroin.
- 2.58% report misusing pain relievers.
- 11.63% of all 12- to 17-year-olds used alcohol in the last month.
- They’re 27.07% more likely to use alcohol than the average American in their age group.
- 44,000 adults aged 18- to 25-years-old used drugs in the last month.
- 18- to 25-year-olds in Montana are 12.38% more likely to use drugs than the average American in the same age group.
- 3.88% of Montana teenagers aged 12- to 17-years-old met the criteria for IDUD in the last year.
- 2.58% of Montana teenagers aged 12- to 17-years-old met the criteria for AUD in the last year.
Montana National Teen Drug and Alcohol Abuse Hotline
The Montana Teenager Addiction Hotline is a nationwide resource for teens struggling with substance abuse. Call (888) 351-0084 to speak with a professional substance abuse specialist. The Montana Teen Addiction Hotline trained counselors are available 24/7, ready to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to talk about your concerns.
24/7 Free Confidential Hotline
Remember, your call is confidential, and you can share as much or as little as you feel comfortable. We respect your privacy and are here to support you in a way that best suits your needs.
Montana Teenager Addiction Resources
State of Montana Government Substance Use Disorder Services and Resources
State of Montana Government Substance Use Disorder Services The Treatment Bureau is responsible for the certification of Mental Health Professional Person, State Approval, and development of Medicaid Manual for both SUD and Behavioral Health Services. The Bureau ensures services are meeting federal and state standards efficiently and effectively. The Bureau works with Office of Inspector General (OIG) to provide routine monitoring of programs. Bureau also reviews and analyzes Medicaid billing practices with SURS and Fraud unit to review costs to ensure practices are being followed by reviewing records from SUD programs that have been licensed by OIG and state approved.
Montana Alliance for Youth
Montana Alliance for Youth creates social change to advance healthy youth and family development within North Central Montana communities through educational and collaborative approaches. The work of Alliance for Youth is founded in prevention research and seeks to improve risk and protective factors in our Cascade County, Montana community, school, family and individual environments.
Montana Meth Project
The Montana Meth Project has been cited by the White House as one of the most effective prevention programs and a model for the nation. Named the 3rd most effective philanthropy in the world by Barron’s in its global ranking, the organization has been credited with significant declines in teen Meth use in several states.
Montana Never Alone Recovery Support Services
Montana Never Alone Recovery Support Services, provides long term recovery support services to individuals struggling with addiction and homelessness. We are a community of recovering people who want to share our experience, strength, and hope with individuals seeking recovery from addiction. There are many pathways and styles of recovery. Being part of a recovery community offers individuals a chance to learn about recovery through a variety of sources, and offers them a safe place to learn and grow on their own recovery journey.