




Wetumpka, Alabama
Wetumpka, AL Profile
Wetumpka, AL, population 5,726 , is located
in Alabama's Elmore county,
about 13.3 miles from Montgomery and 71.6 miles from Columbus.
In the 90's the population of Wetumpka has grown by about 23%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Wetumpka has been growing at an annual rate of 4.2 percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Wetumpka area were higher than Alabama's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the Alabama average.
Wetumpka Statistics
Wetumpka Gender Information
Males in Wetumpka: 2,193 (38%)
Females in Wetumpka: 3,533 (62%)
As % of Population in Wetumpka
Race Diversity in Wetumpka
White: 68%
African American: 29%
Other/Mixed: 3%
As % of Population in Wetumpka
Age Diversity in Wetumpka
Median Age in Wetumpka: 37.6 (Males in Wetumpka: 35.6, Females in Wetumpka: 38.6)
Wetumpka Males Under 20: 11%
Wetumpka Females Under 20: 10%
Wetumpka Males 20 to 40: 11%
Wetumpka Females 20 to 40: 23%
Wetumpka Males 40 to 60: 10%
Wetumpka Females 40 to 60: 16%
Wetumpka Males Over 60: 6%
Wetumpka Females Over 60: 13%
Economics in Wetumpka
Wetumpka Household Average Size: 2.3 people
Wetumpka Median Household Income: $ 35,536
Wetumpka Median Value of Homes: $ 83,200
Law Enforcement in Wetumpka
Reported crimes in the Wetumpka area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 0
Forcible rape: 2
Robbery: 5
Aggravated assault: 21
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 444
Burglary: 51
Larceny-theft: 291
Motor vehicle theft: 9
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 5,565
Wetumpka Location Information
Elevation: 177 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 7.0 Square Miles.
Water Area: 0.4 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Wetumpka
Blue Ridge 3.7 Miles
Elmore 6.0 Miles
Coosada 7.7 Miles
Millbrook 9.8 Miles
Deatsville 11.6 Miles
Eclectic 12.1 Miles
Montgomery 13.3 Miles
Prattville 15.5 Miles
Tallassee 18.6 Miles
Pike Road 19.0 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Wetumpka
(Population 100,000+)
Montgomery 13.3 Miles
Columbus 71.6 Miles
Birmingham 75.8 Miles
Atlanta 134.6 Miles
Huntsville 152.8 Miles
Mobile 167.3 Miles
Chattanooga 180.7 Miles
Tallahassee 184.9 Miles
Athens 191.0 Miles
Jackson 232.6 Miles
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Facts
The Lost Child is the silent, "out of the way" family member, and will never mention alcohol or recovery. They are quiet and reserved, careful to not make problems. The Lost Child gives up self needs and makes efforts to avoid any conversation regarding the underlying roles. The underlying feelings are guilt, loneliness, neglect, and anger. More people are treated in rehabilitation programs for marijuana use than for any other drug. This is partly because more people are arrested for marijuana possession and ordered into treatment by the courts. Whatever the case, marijuana users—even heavy marijuana users—can usually free themselves of the drug fairly easily if they have no history of other drug or alcohol abuse. The situation becomes more complicated when marijuana has been combined with other powerful drugs such as cocaine or an opiate, like heroin or morphine. Among juveniles the drug abuse problem is serious and growing. In 2002, approximately 1.6 million youth were involved in the juvenile justice system 1, with 60 percent of boys and nearly half of detained girls testing positive for drug use. The poppy plant produces raw opium. Crude refineries modify the opium into a brown paste that is molded and dried into bricks. More sophisticated laboratories are found in Bangkok, Karachi, and Hong Kong. These labs change opium into what is known as number three heroin, a smokeable form. Purification of heroin to the "injectable" fourth stage (number four heroin) involves a volatile chemical combination that can result in catastrophic explosions. |
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.
Drug Rehabilitation
Drug rehabilitation is a place or program that an individual enters to treat a drug or alcohol addiction. Through therapy and education, the individual is restored to their former non-drug using self. They are then able to re-enter society clean and sober. There are many reasons why a person would need to attend a drug rehabilitation program. Some of the many reasons are: the inability to control their drinking or drug use, alienating their friends and family, problems with the law, and problems at work. Also, there are several different types of drug rehabilitation programs available: inpatient, outpatient, residential, short-term, and long-term.
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.
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.
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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