




Level Plains, Alabama
Level Plains, AL Profile
Level Plains, AL, population 1,544 , is located
in Alabama's Dale county,
about 79.9 miles from Montgomery and 92.8 miles from Columbus.
In the 90's the population of Level Plains has grown by about 5%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Level Plains has been growing at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Level Plains area were higher than Alabama's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the Alabama average.
Level Plains Statistics
Level Plains Gender Information
Males in Level Plains: 789 (51%)
Females in Level Plains: 755 (49%)
As % of Population in Level Plains
Race Diversity in Level Plains
White: 80%
African American: 13%
Asian: 2%
Other/Mixed: 5%
As % of Population in Level Plains
Age Diversity in Level Plains
Median Age in Level Plains: 36.7 (Males in Level Plains: 34.4, Females in Level Plains: 38.8)
Level Plains Males Under 20: 16%
Level Plains Females Under 20: 13%
Level Plains Males 20 to 40: 15%
Level Plains Females 20 to 40: 12%
Level Plains Males 40 to 60: 15%
Level Plains Females 40 to 60: 15%
Level Plains Males Over 60: 6%
Level Plains Females Over 60: 8%
Economics in Level Plains
Level Plains Household Average Size: 2.55 people
Level Plains Median Household Income: $ 38,269
Level Plains Median Value of Homes: $ 61,400
Law Enforcement in Level Plains
Reported crimes in the Level Plains area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 0
Forcible rape: 0
Robbery: 0
Aggravated assault: 5
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 320
Burglary: 12
Larceny-theft: 56
Motor vehicle theft: 6
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 4,734
Level Plains Location Information
Elevation: 315 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 2.9 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Level Plains
Daleville 3.9 Miles
Enterprise 4.7 Miles
Clayhatchee 5.5 Miles
Fort Rucker 6.7 Miles
Newton 10.5 Miles
New Brockton 10.7 Miles
Coffee Springs 12.1 Miles
Pinckard 13.3 Miles
Ozark 13.7 Miles
Hartford 14.5 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Level Plains
(Population 100,000+)
Montgomery 79.9 Miles
Columbus 92.8 Miles
Tallahassee 107.0 Miles
Mobile 140.7 Miles
Birmingham 164.9 Miles
Atlanta 187.8 Miles
Athens 231.1 Miles
Huntsville 241.9 Miles
Jacksonville 253.8 Miles
Chattanooga 260.5 Miles
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Facts
Researchers continue to explore how the social and biological changes associated with adolescence contribute to alcohol use, as well as how alcohol can affect the maturing brain. Researchers also are working to refine current definitions of alcohol abuse and dependence to better diagnose and screen dangerous drinking behaviors in young people, because adolescent drinking patterns tend to differ from those of adults. Research continues to identify factors, such as certain behaviors or a family history of alcoholism, which may put young people at risk for later alcohol problems. Research also continues to explore the complex relationship between drinking and other biological factors, such as reproductive and stress hormones and sex differences. Marijuana may rank behind only CAFFEINE, alcohol, and NICOTINE as the most widely used drug in the world. It is estimated that between 200 and300 million people use this material in one way or another. In the United States alone, probably some 20 to 30 million people have used the drug, although the number of regular users is probably far less, but still a few million. Researchers at the National Institute on Drug Abuse, University College London, and University of Technology in Germany have found that ecstasy users and past-users perform worse than non-users on tasks associated with the serotonin system in the brain, such as learning, memory, and attention. This research also suggests that ecstasy use is associated with long-term depression and anxiety, even among people who had not used for more than six months. Another study showed ecstasy users to have decreased blood flow to the brain (thought to be regulated by serotonin), and that the reduction in blood flow depended on dose, meaning there was a greater decrease among participants who had used ecstasy more often. Similarly, memory and learning impairment was more profound among people who had used ecstasy more often. By providing clear information on how to take a medication appropriately and describing possible side effects or drug interactions, pharmacists also can play a key role in preventing prescription drug abuse. Moreover, by monitoring prescriptions for falsification or alterations and being aware of potential "doctor shopping," pharmacists can be the first line of defense in recognizing prescription drug abuse. Some pharmacies have developed hotlines to alert other pharmacies in the region when a fraudulent prescription is detected. |
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.
Detox
Detox is necessary when an individual through their chronic use of drugs or alcohol has developed an addiction. The objective of detox is to help the individual achieve a drug and alcohol free state. Detox is intended to relieve the physical symptoms of withdrawal and helps prepare the individual for entry into drug rehabilitation. Therefore, the ultimate goal of detox is preparation for long term recovery from drug and alcohol addiction.
Alcoholism
Alcoholism, also known as "alcohol dependence," is a condition that includes craving and continued alcohol abuse despite repeated drinking-related problems, such as losing a job or getting into trouble with the law. It includes four major areas: Craving: - A strong need, or compulsion, to drink. Impaired control: -The inability to limit one's drinking on any given occasion. Physical dependence: -Withdrawal symptoms, such as nausea, sweating, shakiness, and anxiety, when alcohol use is stopped after a period of heavy drinking. Tolerance: - The need for increasing amounts of alcohol in order to feel its effects.
Abstinence
Abstinence is the act or practice of refraining from indulging a desire. The type of abstinence we are referring to here is abstinence from drugs and alcohol. This term has two connotations when it comes to abstaining from drugs. The first refers to drug or alcohol treatment programs that aim to help an individual stop using drugs or alcohol for the rest of their lives. The time abstinence is also used in drug education and prevention. It refers to trying to stop children from ever using drugs.
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.
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