




Eglin Afb, Florida
Eglin AFB, FL Profile
Eglin AFB, FL, population 8,082 , is located
about 113.2 miles from Tallahassee and 117 miles from Mobile.
Through the 90's Eglin AFB's population has declined by about 3%.
Eglin Afb Statistics
Eglin Afb Gender Information
Males in Eglin Afb: 4,054 (50%)
Females in Eglin Afb: 4,028 (50%)
As % of Population in Eglin Afb
Race Diversity in Eglin Afb
White: 72%
African American: 15%
Asian: 3%
Other/Mixed: 10%
As % of Population in Eglin Afb
Age Diversity in Eglin Afb
Median Age in Eglin Afb: 22.1 (Males in Eglin Afb: 22.5, Females in Eglin Afb: 21.7)
Eglin Afb Males Under 20: 23%
Eglin Afb Females Under 20: 23%
Eglin Afb Males 20 to 40: 25%
Eglin Afb Females 20 to 40: 24%
Eglin Afb Males 40 to 60: 3%
Eglin Afb Females 40 to 60: 3%
Eglin Afb Males Over 60: 0%
Eglin Afb Females Over 60: 0%
Economics in Eglin Afb
Eglin Afb Household Average Size: 3.5 people
Eglin Afb Median Household Income: $ 31,951
Eglin Afb Median Value of Homes: $ 95,000
Eglin Afb Location Information
Land Area: 3.1 Square Miles.
Water Area: 0.1 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Eglin Afb
Laguna Beach 14.2 Miles
Miramar Beach 16.8 Miles
Freeport 20.4 Miles
Panama City Beach 21.1 Miles
Ebro 23.9 Miles
Destin 24.1 Miles
Lower Grand Lagoon 24.7 Miles
Upper Grand Lagoon 25.1 Miles
Pretty Bayou 27.6 Miles
Niceville 29.1 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Eglin Afb
(Population 100,000+)
Tallahassee 113.2 Miles
Mobile 117.4 Miles
Montgomery 149.9 Miles
Columbus 170.8 Miles
Birmingham 232.5 Miles
New Orleans 235.1 Miles
Metairie 239.5 Miles
Clearwater 255.2 Miles
Atlanta 266.3 Miles
Jacksonville 269.1 Miles
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Facts
Cocaine Availability. Colombian drug cartels continue to manage most aspects of the cocaine trade from acquisition of cocaine base, to cocaine production in South America and transportation, to wholesale distribution in the United States. Polydrug trafficking gangs in Mexico, which used to serve primarily as transporters for the Colombian groups, are increasingly assuming a more prominent role in the transportation and distribution of cocaine. Wholesale cocaine distribution and money laundering networks are typically organized into multiple cells functioning in major metropolitan areas. Domestically, retail level sales are conducted by a wide variety of criminal groups. These sellers are often organized along regional, cultural, and ethnic lines that facilitate internal security while serving a demand for drugs that permeates every part of our society. Craving: A powerful, often uncontrollable desire for drugs. According to the latest FBI crime data, released on October 13, 1996, the total number of arrests for drug abuse violations in 1995 were "7% above the 1994 level, 41% higher than in 1991, and 65% higher than in 1986." The total number of arrests for drug abuse violations by those under the age of 18 in 1995 were 17.8% above the 1994 level, 137.5% higher than in 1991, and 115.2% higher than in 1986. Drug Use Forecasting data for 1995, released June 1996, surveyed adult male arrestees at 23 sites nationwide. Survey data show that cocaine use among adult male arrestees continued to drop, while marijuana use for this group continued to rise. Data show that cocaine use among juvenile male arrestees dropped slightly, and show higher rates of marijuana use by this group. Drug injection provides the highest blood levels of drug in the shortest amount of time. Upon injection, cocaine reaches the brain in a matter of seconds, and the exhilarating rush that follows can be so intense that it induces some users to vomit uncontrollably. Subjective effects not commonly shared with other methods of administration include a ringing in the ears moments after injection (usually when in excess of 120 milligrams) lasting 2 to 5 minutes including tinnitus & audio distortion. This is colloquially referred to as a "bell ringer". In a study of cocaine users, the average time taken to reach peak subjective effects was 3.1 minutes. The euphoria passes quickly. Aside from the toxic effects of cocaine, there is also danger of circulatory emboli from the insoluble substances that may be used to cut the drug. As with all injected illicit substances, there is a risk of the user contracting blood-borne infections if sterile injecting equipment is not available or used. |
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.
Drug Abuse
Drug abuse is defined as the chronic or habitual use of any chemical substance to alter states of body or mind for other than medically warranted purposes. Drug abuse is a problem which has an effect on people of all income levels,
ages, and stations in life. Quite often the last person to see that there is a
problem is the drug abuser them self. Every year, more and more people become
drug addicts in their pursuit to get "high".
Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is a pattern of repeated drug taking that usually results in tolerance (the need for greater amounts of the drug to achieve the same effect), withdrawal (physical and cognitive effects when drug use declines or stops), and compulsive drug taking behavior (drug taking that persists despite efforts to reduce intake and despite problems with family, friends, and work). Drug addiction encompasses a diverse range of drugs (such as alcohol, cannabis, amphetamines, and cocaine) and is caused by many different factors.
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.
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.
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