




Hartselle, Alabama
Hartselle, AL Profile
Hartselle, AL, population 12,019 , is located
in Alabama's Morgan county,
about 28.1 miles from Huntsville and 64.3 miles from Birmingham.
In the 90's the population of Hartselle has grown by about 11%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Hartselle has been growing at an annual rate of 1.4 percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Hartselle area were lower than Alabama's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the Alabama average.
Hartselle Statistics
Hartselle Gender Information
Males in Hartselle: 5,768 (48%)
Females in Hartselle: 6,251 (52%)
As % of Population in Hartselle
Race Diversity in Hartselle
White: 92%
African American: 5%
Native American: 1%
Other/Mixed: 2%
As % of Population in Hartselle
Age Diversity in Hartselle
Median Age in Hartselle: 37.4 (Males in Hartselle: 36.0, Females in Hartselle: 38.7)
Hartselle Males Under 20: 14%
Hartselle Females Under 20: 14%
Hartselle Males 20 to 40: 13%
Hartselle Females 20 to 40: 14%
Hartselle Males 40 to 60: 13%
Hartselle Females 40 to 60: 14%
Hartselle Males Over 60: 7%
Hartselle Females Over 60: 11%
Economics in Hartselle
Hartselle Household Average Size: 2.49 people
Hartselle Median Household Income: $ 40,461
Hartselle Median Value of Homes: $ 88,300
Law Enforcement in Hartselle
Reported crimes in the Hartselle area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 0
Forcible rape: 0
Robbery: 2
Aggravated assault: 4
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 49
Burglary: 39
Larceny-theft: 267
Motor vehicle theft: 12
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 2,604
Hartselle Location Information
Elevation: 669 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 12.6 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Hartselle
Falkville 5.4 Miles
Priceville 6.1 Miles
Somerville 8.1 Miles
Decatur 11.6 Miles
Eva 12.7 Miles
Mooresville 13.2 Miles
West Point 14.2 Miles
Trinity 14.3 Miles
South Vinemont 14.7 Miles
Triana 15.2 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Hartselle
(Population 100,000+)
Huntsville 28.1 Miles
Birmingham 64.3 Miles
Chattanooga 101.3 Miles
Nashville 119.4 Miles
Clarksville 146.3 Miles
Montgomery 148.2 Miles
Atlanta 153.6 Miles
Columbus 177.3 Miles
Memphis 183.5 Miles
Knoxville 200.1 Miles
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Facts
Over 40 states have passed the same law, which states that no open containers of alcohol can be present in an operated vehicle. For youth in the first stage of alcohol use (having access, but not having yet used alcohol), preventive measures are used. Therefore, limiting access to alcohol or other drugs, addressing any risk factors of the youth or family, as well as optimal parental supervision and expression regarding expectations are often recommended. The approach to those who have experimented with alcohol should not be minimized by mental-health professionals, since infrequent use can progress to the more serious stages of alcohol use if not addressed. Therefore, professionals recommend that the youth be thoroughly educated about the effects and risks of alcohol, that fair but firm limits be set on the use of alcohol, and that the user be referred for brief counseling, a self-help group, and/or family support group. Teens who have progressed to the more advanced stages of alcoholism are typically treated intensively, using a combination of the medical, individual, and familial interventions already described. As with other opioid medications, methadone tolerance and dependence usually develop with repeated doses. Tolerance to the different physiological effects of methadone varies. Tolerance to analgesia usually occurs during the first few weeks of use; whereas with respiratory depression, sedation, and nausea it is seen within approximately 5-7 days. There is no tolerance formed to constipation produced by methadone or other opioids; however, effects may be less severe after time and can often be alleviated through increase intake of dietary fiber (fruits and vegetables, high-fiber cereals, etc.) or fiber supplements. Marijuana is usually smoked but can also be eaten to feel its effects. Rolled up like a cigarette called a joint, in a pipe or from a water pipe called a bong, all effectively deliver smoke straight to the lungs. The active ingredient of marijuana is THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol) which gets into the bloodstream through the lungs and into the brain. The brains reward system is triggered giving the user a euphoric pleasurable feeling but at the same time hampering thought, concentration and perception of time. |
Intervention
An intervention is when a group of loved ones and/or a trained intervention counselor meets with the person in need of help for the purpose of breaking down their denial and motivating them to immediately seek drug addiction treatment. Often, individuals in the midst of drug addiction engage in a variety of self destructive behaviors. Although baffling to friends and family members such people generally either aren't aware on a conscious level that they have a drug addiction problem, or even when they know they have a problem they may cling to the false belief that the problem will somehow go away without any outside help. When an intervention is held a moment of clarity is created
for the addict. Most people struggling with the problem of drug or alcohol
addiction will accept help the very day of the intervention.
Relapse
Relapse is a term used to describe when an individual who has quit using drugs starts using once again. A relapse can mean just a one time use, a long term continues period of using or anything in between after a period of sobriety has taken place. An individual begins to experience a psychological relapse long before their first use after
quitting. Some things that can lead to relapse both physically or psychologically include: 1. Being in the presence of drugs or alcohol, drug or alcohol users, or places where you used or bought chemicals. 2. Feelings we perceive as negative, particularly anger; also sadness, loneliness, guilt, fear, and anxiety. 3. Positive feelings that make you want to celebrate by using. 4. Listening to others past drug use stories and just dwelling on getting high. 5. Believing that you no longer have to worry (complacent). That is, that you are no longer stimulated to crave drugs/alcohol by any of the above situations or by anything else – and therefore maybe it’s safe for you to use occasionally.
Addiction
Addiction is one of the many consequences of so-called 'casual' drug and alcohol abuse. A loss of control over drugs and alcohol can be driven by physical or psychological factors, or sometimes both. Physical addiction takes place when the body comes to need a drug to function normally. If it is not taken, unpleasant withdrawal symptoms occur. The only way to avoid this is to take more of the drug. Psychological addiction takes place when an individual comes to rely on a drug to supply good feelings, such as relaxation, self-confidence, self esteem, and freedom from anxiety. This is not just a casual desire, it's a powerful compulsion.
Residential Treatment
Residential treatment offers intensive drug addiction help over a period of weeks or months. This form of treatment has some advantages over out-patient treatment, although it may not be suitable for everyone. For example, those who are responsible for caring for young children may be better suited to attendance at an out patient treatment program. Residential treatment offers a safe, drug and alcohol-free environment where individuals can confront their own drug addiction and associated issues, with the help of qualified staff. Therapy usually consists of a mixture of group counseling, individual counseling and an introduction to the principles of a drug recovery program.
Addict
An addict is an individual who has a compulsive urge to use drugs, to the point where they feel they have no effective choice but to continue use. An addict will continue their self destructive behaviors in order to feel good or to avoid
feeling bad. It can dominate their mind, and keep them coming back for more. The addiction can be
different for each addict, depending on their vice and the kind of person they
are.
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