




Moody, Alabama
Moody, AL Profile
Moody, AL, population 8,053 , is located
in Alabama's St. Clair county,
about 18.6 miles from Birmingham and 79.0 miles from Huntsville.
In the 90's the population of Moody has grown by about 64%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Moody has been growing at an annual rate of 4.9 percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Moody area were lower than Alabama's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the Alabama average.
Moody Statistics
Moody Gender Information
Males in Moody: 3,935 (49%)
Females in Moody: 4,118 (51%)
As % of Population in Moody
Race Diversity in Moody
White: 94%
African American: 4%
Other/Mixed: 2%
As % of Population in Moody
Age Diversity in Moody
Median Age in Moody: 35.7 (Males in Moody: 34.4, Females in Moody: 37.1)
Moody Males Under 20: 15%
Moody Females Under 20: 14%
Moody Males 20 to 40: 14%
Moody Females 20 to 40: 15%
Moody Males 40 to 60: 13%
Moody Females 40 to 60: 15%
Moody Males Over 60: 7%
Moody Females Over 60: 8%
Economics in Moody
Moody Household Average Size: 2.58 people
Moody Median Household Income: $ 39,500
Moody Median Value of Homes: $ 90,900
Law Enforcement in Moody
Reported crimes in the Moody area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 0
Forcible rape: 1
Robbery: 2
Aggravated assault: 7
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 112
Burglary: 47
Larceny-theft: 176
Motor vehicle theft: 13
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 2,633
Moody Location Information
Elevation: 683 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 11.1 Square Miles.
Water Area: 0.1 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Moody
Leeds 4.3 Miles
Branchville 5.8 Miles
Margaret 6.7 Miles
Argo 6.7 Miles
Trussville 7.1 Miles
Odenville 8.1 Miles
Grayson Valley 9.4 Miles
Clay 9.9 Miles
Chalkville 10.0 Miles
Center Point 11.7 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Moody
(Population 100,000+)
Birmingham 18.6 Miles
Huntsville 79.0 Miles
Montgomery 85.4 Miles
Columbus 117.1 Miles
Chattanooga 121.1 Miles
Atlanta 121.5 Miles
Nashville 178.9 Miles
Athens 180.8 Miles
Clarksville 209.1 Miles
Knoxville 219.5 Miles
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Facts
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Dependence
Dependence is the compulsive use of a substance despite negative consequences which can be severe; drug dependence is simply excessive use of a drug or use of a drug for purposes for which it was not medically intended. Physical dependence on a substance (needing a drug to function) is not necessary or sufficient to define addiction. There are some substances that don't cause addiction but do cause physical dependence (for example, some blood pressure medications) and substances that cause addiction but not classic physical dependence (cocaine withdrawal, for example, it does not have symptoms like vomiting and chills; it is mainly characterized by depression).
Addiction Treatment
Addiction treatment is needed when an individual finds that they have developed a drug or alcohol addiction which they are not able to successful end on their own. With the help of addiction treatment, addicted individual can get help to control their drug taking behavior and live happy and successful lives. There are several addiction treatment options available for drug and alcohol addiction. Some of these options include self-help groups, counseling, drug rehabilitation programs (in and out-patient), and residential treatment facilities. Each of these differ
in their aims and outcomes and elements of these addiction treatment options are often
combined.
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.
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.
Withdrawal
Withdrawal is what happens when a person who is addicted to drugs or alcohol discontinues use. There are numerous symptoms that take place both physically and emotionally when an addicted individual stops using. Withdrawal can last a few days to a few weeks and may include nausea or vomiting, sweating, shakiness, and anxiety. Keep in mind; this only occurs if a person has regular, heavy use of a drug or alcohol. Withdrawal can be extremely uncomfortable without professional help. Treatment for withdrawal from alcohol or drugs may require a medical professional to be present. Drug and alcohol rehabilitation is often the best way to overcome withdrawal and its symptoms as well as recovery from drug addiction.
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