




Carol Stream, Illinois
Carol Stream, IL Profile
Carol Stream, IL, population 40,438 , is located
in Illinois's DuPage county,
about 8.8 miles from Naperville and 14.2 miles from Aurora.
In the 90's the population of Carol Stream has grown by about 28%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Carol Stream has been declining at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Carol Stream Statistics
Carol Stream Gender Information
Males in Carol Stream: 19,922 (49%)
Females in Carol Stream: 20,516 (51%)
As % of Population in Carol Stream
Race Diversity in Carol Stream
White: 79%
African American: 4%
Asian: 11%
Other/Mixed: 6%
As % of Population in Carol Stream
Age Diversity in Carol Stream
Median Age in Carol Stream: 31.3 (Males in Carol Stream: 30.3, Females in Carol Stream: 32.3)
Carol Stream Males Under 20: 17%
Carol Stream Females Under 20: 16%
Carol Stream Males 20 to 40: 16%
Carol Stream Females 20 to 40: 17%
Carol Stream Males 40 to 60: 13%
Carol Stream Females 40 to 60: 13%
Carol Stream Males Over 60: 3%
Carol Stream Females Over 60: 5%
Economics in Carol Stream
Carol Stream Household Average Size: 2.91 people
Carol Stream Median Household Income: $ 64,893
Carol Stream Median Value of Homes: $ 166,200
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 13
Robbery: 215
Aggravated assault: 475
Burglary: 942
Larceny-theft: 3,739
Motor vehicle theft: 351
Arson: 44
Carol Stream Location Information
Elevation: 750 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 7.8 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Carol Stream
Glendale Heights 3.2 Miles
Wheaton 3.5 Miles
Winfield 3.8 Miles
West Chicago 4.0 Miles
Bloomingdale 4.2 Miles
Glen Ellyn 4.2 Miles
Roselle 5.7 Miles
Hanover Park 6.0 Miles
Wayne 6.1 Miles
Bartlett 6.3 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Carol Stream
(Population 100,000+)
Naperville 8.8 Miles
Aurora 14.2 Miles
Chicago 25.3 Miles
Joliet 26.9 Miles
Gary 46.3 Miles
Rockford 55.1 Miles
Milwaukee 78.8 Miles
South Bend 98.5 Miles
Madison 103.0 Miles
Peoria 113.2 Miles
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Facts
In 1970, amphetamines constituted 14% of all psychoactive drugs prescribed by physicians in the United States. The passage of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) abruptly changed the availability of amphetamines by imposing severe manufacturing quotas and by establishing strict guidelines for their use. The reported cost of methamphetamine ranges from $10 to $20 for 100mg. The cost varies depending on the point of purchase – a gram could be obtained for $60 in Vancouver while a “hit” of 100 mg could cost more at a club scene. It has also been reported that it could cost less than $5 a day to maintain the habit. Alcohol and Youth Crime. Alcohol and crime also go hand in hand. The majority of youths sentenced to prison have a past history of substance abuse; the most commonly abused drug is alcohol. Of 1,030 youths, aged 12 to 17, entering Texas Youth Commission facilities, the most commonly used drug was alcohol. Men and women reported different levels of alcohol involvement. 58.7% of men age 12 and older reported past month alcohol use compared to 45.1% of women, while 23.2% of men age 12 and older reported binge drinking in the past month compared to 8.6% of women. |
Residential Treatment
Residential treatment offers intensive drug addiction help over a period of weeks or months. This form of treatment has some advantages over out-patient treatment, although it may not be suitable for everyone. For example, those who are responsible for caring for young children may be better suited to attendance at an out patient treatment program. Residential treatment offers a safe, drug and alcohol-free environment where individuals can confront their own drug addiction and associated issues, with the help of qualified staff. Therapy usually consists of a mixture of group counseling, individual counseling and an introduction to the principles of a drug recovery program.
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 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.
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.
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.
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