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South Dakota Hits Jackpot in Gambling Addiction

South Dakota Hits Jackpot in Gambling Addiction

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The personal finance website “Wallet Hub” released an in-depth report on the most gambling-addicted states. South Dakota hits the jackpot at number two.

Wallethub Analyst, Jill Gonzalez

Gonzalez says the report also looked at “iGaming” revenues per capita, lottery sales and the legality of gambling from sports to fantasy sports. South Dakota ranked a little better in the problem gambling and treatment category

Gonzalez says South Dakota ranked number one in terms of lottery sales per resident

Gonzalez says the effects of a gambling addiction are well documented, and could potentially be a major problem for someone suffering from addiction.

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