




Charter Oak, California
Charter Oak, CA Profile
Charter Oak, CA, population 9,027 , is located
in California's Los Angeles county,
about 5.8 miles from West Covina and 6.3 miles from Pomona.
In the 90's the population of Charter Oak has grown by about 2%.
Charter Oak Statistics
Charter Oak Gender Information
Males in Charter Oak: 4,404 (49%)
Females in Charter Oak: 4,623 (51%)
As % of Population in Charter Oak
Race Diversity in Charter Oak
White: 65%
African American: 5%
Native American: 1%
Asian: 9%
Other/Mixed: 20%
As % of Population in Charter Oak
Age Diversity in Charter Oak
Median Age in Charter Oak: 33.0 (Males in Charter Oak: 31.2, Females in Charter Oak: 34.6)
Charter Oak Males Under 20: 17%
Charter Oak Females Under 20: 16%
Charter Oak Males 20 to 40: 15%
Charter Oak Females 20 to 40: 15%
Charter Oak Males 40 to 60: 12%
Charter Oak Females 40 to 60: 14%
Charter Oak Males Over 60: 5%
Charter Oak Females Over 60: 7%
Economics in Charter Oak
Charter Oak Household Average Size: 2.95 people
Charter Oak Median Household Income: $ 50,744
Charter Oak Median Value of Homes: $ 171,000
Charter Oak Location Information
Elevation: 740 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 0.9 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Charter Oak
San Dimas 2.3 Miles
Glendora 2.5 Miles
Covina 2.7 Miles
Citrus 2.8 Miles
Azusa 4.1 Miles
La Verne 4.5 Miles
Irwindale 5.1 Miles
Diamond Bar 5.5 Miles
Walnut 5.8 Miles
West Covina 5.8 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Charter Oak
(Population 100,000+)
West Covina 5.8 Miles
Pomona 6.3 Miles
El Monte 10.7 Miles
Ontario 11.5 Miles
Rancho Cucamonga 14.5 Miles
Fullerton 16.7 Miles
Pasadena 17.4 Miles
Anaheim 18.9 Miles
Norwalk 19.4 Miles
East Los Angeles 19.5 Miles
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Facts
By 1934, the U.S. Treasury attache in Shanghai reported that the Green Gang leader was the opium King of the nation. Through his close relations with the Nationalist regime, Tu's cartel was a major force in the Yangtze River opium trade that dominated China's drug traffic. Illicit Drug Use During Pregnancy: Nearly 4 percent of pregnant women use illicit drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, Ecstasy and other amphetamines, and heroin, according to a 2005 government survey. These and other illicit drugs may pose various risks for pregnant women and their babies. Some of these drugs can cause a baby to be born too small or too soon, or to have withdrawal symptoms, birth defects, or learning and behavioral problems. Because many pregnant women who use illicit drugs also use alcohol and tobacco, which also pose risks to unborn babies, it often is difficult to determine which health problems are caused by a specific illicit drug. Additionally, illicit drugs may be prepared with impurities that may be harmful to a pregnancy. Finally, pregnant women who use illicit drugs may engage in other unhealthy behaviors that place their pregnancy at risk, such as having extremely poor nutrition. All of these factors make it difficult to know exactly what the effects of illicit drugs are on pregnancy. Know the law. Methamphetamine is illegal in all states and highly dangerous. Get the facts. The ignitable, corrosive, and toxic nature of the chemicals used to produce meth can cause fires, produce toxic vapors, and damage the environment. Stay informed. Ninety-two percent of methamphetamine deaths reported in 1994 involved meth in combination with another drug, such as alcohol, heroin, or cocaine. Get support. It is important to remember that you are not alone. Support groups offered in most communities include Al-Anon, which holds regular meetings for spouses and other significant adults in an alcoholic's life, and Alateen, which is geared to children of alcoholics. These groups help family members understand that they are not responsible for an alcoholic's drinking and that they need to take steps to take care of themselves, regardless of whether the alcoholic family member chooses to get help. |
Tolerance
Tolerance to a drug takes place when an individual is exposed to the same drug repeatedly and begins to build up an resistance to the drugs effects. The body then adapts and develops a tolerance for the drug. The addiction that is produced is so powerful that it creates cravings in the user. These cravings for the drug are the result of its impact on the individual's memory with feelings of pleasantness and euphoria which the individual has come to associate with the taking of the drug.
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).
Sobriety
Sobriety means the moderation in or abstinence from consumption of alcoholic liquor or use of drugs. When an individual with an addiction problem enters drug rehabilitation, their main goal is to attain long term sobriety. Unfortunately, sometimes drug addicts and alcoholics find they are able to sustain short periods of sobriety followed by a drug or alcohol relapse. This is why attending a drug or alcohol rehab will help the individual maintain their focus on sobriety. Often, it is only by getting help that individuals with severe drug addiction problems are able to achieve lasting sobriety.
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.
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.
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