




Washington, Indiana
Washington, IN Profile
Washington, IN, population 11,380 , is located
in Indiana's Daviess county,
about 51.7 miles from Evansville and 81.5 miles from Louisville.
In the 90's the population of Washington has grown by about 5%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Washington has been declining at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Washington Statistics
Washington Gender Information
Males in Washington: 5,382 (47%)
Females in Washington: 5,998 (53%)
As % of Population in Washington
Race Diversity in Washington
White: 95%
African American: 1%
Other/Mixed: 4%
As % of Population in Washington
Age Diversity in Washington
Median Age in Washington: 37.7 (Males in Washington: 34.9, Females in Washington: 40.6)
Washington Males Under 20: 15%
Washington Females Under 20: 13%
Washington Males 20 to 40: 13%
Washington Females 20 to 40: 12%
Washington Males 40 to 60: 11%
Washington Females 40 to 60: 13%
Washington Males Over 60: 9%
Washington Females Over 60: 14%
Economics in Washington
Washington Household Average Size: 2.36 people
Washington Median Household Income: $ 29,055
Washington Median Value of Homes: $ 60,200
Washington Location Information
Elevation: 504 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 4.3 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Washington
Montgomery 6.8 Miles
Wheatland 7.4 Miles
Cannelburg 9.4 Miles
Plainville 10.2 Miles
Monroe City 10.3 Miles
Bicknell 10.8 Miles
Edwardsport 11.4 Miles
Petersburg 12.9 Miles
Alfordsville 13.9 Miles
Loogootee 14.0 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Washington
(Population 100,000+)
Evansville 51.7 Miles
Louisville 81.5 Miles
Indianapolis 94.0 Miles
Clarksville 147.6 Miles
Cincinnati 150.2 Miles
Lexington 153.1 Miles
Springfield 154.2 Miles
St Louis 163.4 Miles
Nashville 173.8 Miles
Dayton 176.9 Miles
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Facts
Underage drinking costs Americans nearly $53 billion annually. If this cost were shared equally by each congressional district, the amount would total more than $120 million per district. As one uses more and more of a drug, or any kind of substance, the body develops a drug tolerance. This does not just refer to illegal substances, it can also happen when one drinks coffee on a daily basis. After a while, just one cup may not be enough to get that kick which is neccesary to get going in the morning, or to stay up all night. Thus, a second or third cup may be needed. In the case of drug users, one pill or one puff on x substance may not be enough. The body adapts to the substance that has been introduced. When the drug is no longer available withdrawal symptoms that are the opposite of the direct effects of the drug appear- and this is when the withdrawal occurs. Depending on the elimination half life of the drug, symptoms can arise a few hours afer the drug is stopped or may even begin several days after discontinuation of the substance. Hydrocodone addiction is a growing crisis in the United States. While illegal drugs like cocaine, marijuana, methamphetamine, and heroin remain in the headlines many individuals may be surprised to know that hydrocodone addiction could lurk right behind them as one of the most widely-abused drugs of addiction. In fact, the federal Drug Enforcement Administration believes hydrocodone may be the most abused prescription drug in the country. Nationwide, its use has quadrupled in the last ten years, while emergency room visits attributed to hydrocodone abuse soared 500 percent. Reconnecting Youth Program (RY). RY is a school-based indicated prevention program for high school students with poor school achievement and potential for dropping out. The program goals are to increase school performance, reduce drug use, and learn skills to manage mood and emotions. |
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.
Drug Rehabilitation
Drug rehabilitation is a place or program that an individual enters to treat a drug or alcohol addiction. Through therapy and education, the individual is restored to their former non-drug using self. They are then able to re-enter society clean and sober. There are many reasons why a person would need to attend a drug rehabilitation program. Some of the many reasons are: the inability to control their drinking or drug use, alienating their friends and family, problems with the law, and problems at work. Also, there are several different types of drug rehabilitation programs available: inpatient, outpatient, residential, short-term, and long-term.
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.
Drug Side Effects
Drug addiction and abuse comes with a heavy price. There are drastic drug side effects associated with drug misuse and abuse. Drug side effects from legal and illegal drugs can range from mild itching to comas and death. In addition to the physical drug side effects mentioned, there are many psychological drug side effects of drug abuse; the most serious being drug addiction and overdose.
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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