



Apalachicola, Florida
Apalachicola, FL Profile
Apalachicola, FL, population 2,334 , is located
in Florida's Franklin county,
about 64.8 miles from Tallahassee and 179.7 miles from Clearwater.
In the 90's the population of Apalachicola has declined by about 10%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Apalachicola has been declining at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Apalachicola area were lower than Florida's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the Florida average.
Apalachicola Statistics
Apalachicola Gender Information
Males in Apalachicola: 1,107 (47%)
Females in Apalachicola: 1,227 (53%)
As % of Population in Apalachicola
Race Diversity in Apalachicola
White: 63%
African American: 35%
Other/Mixed: 2%
As % of Population in Apalachicola
Age Diversity in Apalachicola
Median Age in Apalachicola: 43.0 (Males in Apalachicola: 41.8, Females in Apalachicola: 44.3)
Apalachicola Males Under 20: 13%
Apalachicola Females Under 20: 12%
Apalachicola Males 20 to 40: 10%
Apalachicola Females 20 to 40: 11%
Apalachicola Males 40 to 60: 14%
Apalachicola Females 40 to 60: 15%
Apalachicola Males Over 60: 11%
Apalachicola Females Over 60: 15%
Economics in Apalachicola
Apalachicola Household Average Size: 2.24 people
Apalachicola Median Household Income: $ 23,073
Apalachicola Median Value of Homes: $ 79,100
Law Enforcement in Apalachicola
Reported crimes in the Apalachicola area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 0
Forcible rape: 0
Robbery: 0
Aggravated assault: 3
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 125
Burglary: 10
Larceny-theft: 63
Motor vehicle theft: 3
Arson: 0
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 3,176
Apalachicola Location Information
Elevation: 17 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 1.9 Square Miles.
Water Area: 0.8 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Apalachicola
Eastpoint 6.3 Miles
Port St Joe 20.1 Miles
Carrabelle 21.1 Miles
Wewahitchka 29.8 Miles
Mexico Beach 30.3 Miles
Sopchoppy 37.6 Miles
Tyndall AFB 41.8 Miles
Callaway 45.9 Miles
Parker 46.6 Miles
Springfield 47.9 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Apalachicola
(Population 100,000+)
Tallahassee 64.8 Miles
Clearwater 179.7 Miles
Columbus 189.2 Miles
St Petersburg 194.4 Miles
Mobile 194.8 Miles
Tampa 196.3 Miles
Montgomery 198.6 Miles
Jacksonville 203.6 Miles
Orlando 232.7 Miles
Atlanta 280.5 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).
Intervention
An intervention is when a group of loved ones and/or a trained intervention counselor meets with the person in need of help for the purpose of breaking down their denial and motivating them to immediately seek drug addiction treatment. Often, individuals in the midst of drug addiction engage in a variety of self destructive behaviors. Although baffling to friends and family members such people generally either aren't aware on a conscious level that they have a drug addiction problem, or even when they know they have a problem they may cling to the false belief that the problem will somehow go away without any outside help. When an intervention is held a moment of clarity is created
for the addict. Most people struggling with the problem of drug or alcohol
addiction will accept help the very day of the intervention.
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.
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.
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.
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