




Manitou Springs, Colorado
Manitou Springs, CO Profile
Manitou Springs, CO, population 4,980 , is located
in Colorado's El Paso county,
about 5.5 miles from Colorado Springs and 45.1 miles from Pueblo.
In the 90's the population of Manitou Springs has grown by about 10%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Manitou Springs has been growing at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Manitou Springs area were lower than Colorado's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be higher than the Colorado average.
Manitou Springs Statistics
Manitou Springs Gender Information
Males in Manitou Springs: 2,425 (49%)
Females in Manitou Springs: 2,555 (51%)
As % of Population in Manitou Springs
Race Diversity in Manitou Springs
White: 94%
African American: 1%
Native American: 1%
Asian: 1%
Other/Mixed: 3%
As % of Population in Manitou Springs
Age Diversity in Manitou Springs
Median Age in Manitou Springs: 41.2 (Males in Manitou Springs: 40.2, Females in Manitou Springs: 42.0)
Manitou Springs Males Under 20: 11%
Manitou Springs Females Under 20: 10%
Manitou Springs Males 20 to 40: 13%
Manitou Springs Females 20 to 40: 13%
Manitou Springs Males 40 to 60: 18%
Manitou Springs Females 40 to 60: 20%
Manitou Springs Males Over 60: 6%
Manitou Springs Females Over 60: 8%
Economics in Manitou Springs
Manitou Springs Household Average Size: 2.03 people
Manitou Springs Median Household Income: $ 40,514
Manitou Springs Median Value of Homes: $ 177,500
Law Enforcement in Manitou Springs
Reported crimes in the Manitou Springs area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 0
Forcible rape: 4
Robbery: 3
Aggravated assault: 18
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 489
Burglary: 23
Larceny-theft: 103
Motor vehicle theft: 10
Arson: 1
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 2,660
Manitou Springs Location Information
Elevation: 6,320 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 3.0 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Manitou Springs
Colorado Springs 5.5 Miles
Cascade-Chipita Park 6.7 Miles
Green Mountain Falls 7.5 Miles
Stratmoor 9.5 Miles
Air Force Academy 10.6 Miles
Ft Carson 10.9 Miles
Cimarron Hills 11.8 Miles
Woodland Park 11.9 Miles
Security-Widefield 12.0 Miles
Gleneagle 13.8 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Manitou Springs
(Population 100,000+)
Colorado Springs 5.5 Miles
Pueblo 45.1 Miles
Lakewood 59.1 Miles
Aurora 60.3 Miles
Denver 60.9 Miles
Arvada 65.9 Miles
Westminster 67.9 Miles
Ft Collins 119.7 Miles
Albuquerque 278.1 Miles
Amarillo 303.8 Miles
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Facts
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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.
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.
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.
Drug Overdose
A drug overdose occurs when you consume more drugs than your body can tolerate. Drug users are constantly flirting with the risk of a drug overdose. There is a
fine line between the high they're seeking and serious injury or death. While many victims of drug overdose recover without long term effects, there
can be serious consequences. Some drug overdoses cause the failure of major
organs like the kidneys or liver, or failure of whole systems like the
respiratory or circulatory systems. Patients who survive drug overdose may need
kidney dialysis, kidney or liver transplant, or ongoing care as a result of
heart failure, stroke, or coma. Death can occur in almost any drug overdose
situation, particularly if treatment is not started immediately.
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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