




Clayton, Delaware
Clayton, DE Profile
Clayton, DE, population 1,273 , is located
in Delaware's Kent county,
about 52.2 miles from Philadelphia and 52.3 miles from Baltimore.
In the 90's the population of Clayton has grown by about 9%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Clayton has been growing at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Clayton area were lower than Delaware's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the Delaware average.
Clayton Statistics
Clayton Gender Information
Males in Clayton: 600 (47%)
Females in Clayton: 673 (53%)
As % of Population in Clayton
Race Diversity in Clayton
White: 90%
African American: 8%
Other/Mixed: 2%
As % of Population in Clayton
Age Diversity in Clayton
Median Age in Clayton: 35.8 (Males in Clayton: 33.4, Females in Clayton: 38.0)
Clayton Males Under 20: 16%
Clayton Females Under 20: 14%
Clayton Males 20 to 40: 13%
Clayton Females 20 to 40: 14%
Clayton Males 40 to 60: 12%
Clayton Females 40 to 60: 14%
Clayton Males Over 60: 7%
Clayton Females Over 60: 11%
Economics in Clayton
Clayton Household Average Size: 2.55 people
Clayton Median Household Income: $ 43,462
Clayton Median Value of Homes: $ 87,700
Law Enforcement in Clayton
Reported crimes in the Clayton area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 0
Forcible rape: 0
Robbery: 0
Aggravated assault: 1
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 77
Burglary: 6
Larceny-theft: 12
Motor vehicle theft: 0
Arson: 0
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 1,379
Clayton Location Information
Elevation: 43 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 0.5 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Clayton
Smyrna 1.7 Miles
Kenton 4.6 Miles
Cheswold 5.6 Miles
Leipsic 7.2 Miles
Townsend 7.8 Miles
Hartly 9.4 Miles
Dover 10.9 Miles
Millington 11.1 Miles
Odessa 11.6 Miles
Middletown 11.8 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Clayton
(Population 100,000+)
Philadelphia 52.2 Miles
Baltimore 52.3 Miles
Washington 80.1 Miles
Arlington 82.6 Miles
Alexandria 83.0 Miles
Allentown 91.5 Miles
Elizabeth 121.3 Miles
Newark 126.4 Miles
Jersey City 129.2 Miles
New York 130.9 Miles
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Facts
The presence of acetaminophen in hydrocodone-containing products deters many drug users from taking excessive amounts. However, some users will get around this by extracting a portion of the acetaminophen using cold water, taking advantage of the water-soluble element of the drug. It is not uncommon for addicts to have liver problems from consuming excessive amounts of acetaminophen over a long period of time; taking 10,000 to 15,000 milligrams (10 to 15 grams) of acetaminophen in a period of 24 hours typically results in severe hepatotoxicity, and doses in the range of 15,000–20,000 milligrams a day have been reported as fatal.[1] It is this factor that leads many recreational users to use only single entity opiates such as OxyContin. One of the major problems today with the illicit use of hydrocodone, especially in younger populations, is that users are not even aware that hydrocodone pills contain acetaminophen. On top of that consuming more than 2,000 milligrams of acetaminophen a day can cause liver damage, jaundice, and even liver failure if the drug is being taken in narcotic effect seeking dosages for an extended period of time Daily consumption of hydrocodone should not exceed 40 milligrams in patients not tolerant to opiates. However, the 2006 PDR (Physicians Desk Reference) clearly states that Norco 10, containing 10 milligrams of hydrocodone and 325 milligrams of APAP (viz., acetaminophen or paracetamol), can be taken at a dosage of up to twelve tablets per day (120 milligrams of hydrocodone). Such high amounts of hydrocodone are only intended for opiate-tolerant patients, and titration to such levels must be monitored very carefully. This restriction is only limited by the fact that twelve tablets, each containing 325 milligrams of APAP, puts the patient right below the 24-hour FDA maximum of 4,000 mg of APAP. Some specially compounded products are routinely given to chronic pain patients in doses of up to 180 mg of hydrocodone per day. Symptoms of hydrocodone overdosage include respiratory depression, extreme somnolence, coma, stupor, cold and/or clammy skin, sometimes bradycardia, and hypotension. A severe overdose may involve circulatory collapse cardiac arrest and/or death. Mixing hydrocodone with alcohol, cocaine, amphetamines, methylphenidate, benzodiazapines, barbiturates, and a number of other medication can have severe adverse reactions including but not limited to: Heart failure, Heart attack, respiratory distress, pulmonary failure, liver or kidney failure, jaundice, amnesia, seizures, blackouts and coma. Mixing acetaminophen with other NSAID analgesics like sulindac or tramadal can cause serious damage to organs. Between 1984 and 1990, Southeast Asia's share of the New York City heroin supply jumped from 5 to 80 percent. Following this significant local trend, in 1993-94, Southeast Asia supplied an estimated 80 percent of the total US market for heroin. Individuals who have consumed small amounts of alcohol experience a notable decline in their ability to focus on the task at hand. Many alcohol-related traffic accidents are caused because an intoxicated driver has a very short attention span. Drunk drivers are a lot more likely to become distracted, and as soon as they stop focusing on the road, crashes are likely to occur. Drivers must be able to receive and interpret sensory information. On the road, the ability to make reasonable assessments at a moment's notice is an indispensable skill. Research has shown that when a driver is intoxicated, the amount of sensory input they are able to correctly interpret and respond to is decreased. Heroin is prepared in unsupervised labs, then sold and resold by several different retailers. Each seller dilutes or "cuts" the drug to increase their profits. Any white powder can be used to dilute the original batch. Dry milk, talc, starch, and sugar work well, as well as poisons like strychnine. Strychnine causes the heart rate to increase, a response that naive purchasers may attribute to the heroin. Any contaminant poses problems when dissolved with the heroin and injected into the body. Some clog blood vessels while others damage vital organs like the liver or kidneys. Contaminants in heroin that damage the body are referred to as "bad dope." On Monday, a customer may buy a packet of heroin that is only 10 percent heroin; 90 percent of it is starch. However, on Tuesday the same customer might purchase heroin that is 30 percent pure. Simply by snorting the same quantity on these two occasions, the user unwittingly gets a much stronger dose on Tuesday than on Monday. Large doses of heroin cause the respiratory sys- tem to stop; as a result, the user quits breathing. About 1 percent of heroin addicts die each year from accidental overdose. |
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.
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.
Therapeutic Community
An effective therapeutic community attends to the many needs of the individual, not just his or her drug use. Care given at a therapeutic community addresses the individual's drug use and associated medical, psychological, social, vocational, and legal problems. Also, a therapeutic community will continue to be flexible and provide ongoing assessments of the individual's needs, which may change during the course of care.
Remaining in care at a therapeutic community for an adequate period of time is critical for treatment effectiveness. The time depends on an individual's needs. For most people, the significant improvement is reached at about 3 months in treatment.
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.
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.
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