Gambling in Montana is big business and it can also cause big problems. Montana has some pretty surprising gambling statistics. According to the report from Wallet Hub, Montana has as many gaming machines per-capita as Nevada. Gambling can be a real problem for some people and can become an addiction. There is new research that can possibly help people overcome gambling addiction and being in Montana can be a step in the right direction.

Research Shows Nature Sounds Can Help People Relax

According to new research in Japan, listening to nature sounds can help with the stress of gambling addiction. The Chiba University Study points to stress as a factor in the development and the relapse of gambling addiction. What they found in their studies, was when recipients were exposed to "nature sounds" as opposed to city sounds they were able to relax and not be as stressed. They were also more mentally positive according to the study.

Montana is a State Where You Can Get Away in Nature

Montana is a state where a person can get out of the cities and get to a quiet place to listen to the sounds of nature and to help relieve stress. Montana is the quietest state in the country. This could possibly help a person who has a gambling problem with the process of recovery.

If Someone You Know Has a Gambling Problem There is Help

Getting out in the woods in Montana has helped me relieve stress in the past, and maybe it can help others. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, you can call 1-888-900-9979 or you can visit mtproblemgambling.org.

LOOK: Best places to live in America

Great places to live often have top schools, safe streets, parks, and a sense of community. Stacker compiled a list of the best, using data from Niche

More From Z100 Classic Rock