




Oskaloosa, Kansas
Oskaloosa, KS Profile
Oskaloosa, KS, population 1,165 , is located
in Kansas's Jefferson county,
about 22.7 miles from Topeka and 37.4 miles from Kansas City.
In the 90's the population of Oskaloosa has grown by about 8%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Oskaloosa has been declining at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Oskaloosa Statistics
Oskaloosa Gender Information
Males in Oskaloosa: 565 (48%)
Females in Oskaloosa: 600 (52%)
As % of Population in Oskaloosa
Race Diversity in Oskaloosa
White: 98%
Native American: 1%
Other/Mixed: 1%
As % of Population in Oskaloosa
Age Diversity in Oskaloosa
Median Age in Oskaloosa: 36.6 (Males in Oskaloosa: 33.8, Females in Oskaloosa: 40.0)
Oskaloosa Males Under 20: 17%
Oskaloosa Females Under 20: 15%
Oskaloosa Males 20 to 40: 12%
Oskaloosa Females 20 to 40: 11%
Oskaloosa Males 40 to 60: 11%
Oskaloosa Females 40 to 60: 11%
Oskaloosa Males Over 60: 8%
Oskaloosa Females Over 60: 14%
Economics in Oskaloosa
Oskaloosa Household Average Size: 2.53 people
Oskaloosa Median Household Income: $ 33,684
Oskaloosa Median Value of Homes: $ 66,100
Oskaloosa Location Information
Elevation: 1,123 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 0.9 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Oskaloosa
McLouth 5.8 Miles
Winchester 7.8 Miles
Ozawkie 8.4 Miles
Perry 10.6 Miles
Valley Falls 11.9 Miles
Lecompton 12.6 Miles
Easton 13.8 Miles
Meriden 13.9 Miles
Nortonville 14.0 Miles
Tonganoxie 14.1 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Oskaloosa
(Population 100,000+)
Topeka 22.7 Miles
Kansas City 37.4 Miles
Overland Park 38.0 Miles
Kansas City 40.2 Miles
Independence 48.9 Miles
Lincoln 131.0 Miles
Omaha 145.1 Miles
Wichita 152.1 Miles
Springfield 176.4 Miles
Des Moines 187.8 Miles
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Facts
More than 5 percent of the 4 million women who gave birth in the United States in 1992 used illegal drugs while they were pregnant, according to the first nationally representative survey of drug use among pregnant women. Annual and current use of marijuana among 12th graders did not change significantly between 1996 and 1997. However, their lifetime marijuana use rose significantly from 44.9 percent to 49.6 percent, and daily use increased to 5.8 percent in 1997, up from 4.9 percent in the year before. Among 10th graders, lifetime marijuana use increased to 42.3 percent from 39.8 percent in 1996. Rates of daily cigarette smoking followed a trend similar to daily marijuana smoking with decreases among 8th graders, increases among 12th graders, and no significant change among 10th graders. Alcohol use remained generally stable in all three grades, with 8th graders showing some improvement. In 1997, 8.2 percent of 8th graders reported having been drunk within the 30 days before the survey, a decrease from 9.6 percent the year before. No significant changes took place in the percentages of 10th and 12th graders reporting drunkenness in the 30 days before the survey. Rates of cocaine use remained level for 8th- and 10th-grade students, but among 12th graders lifetime use of cocaine in all forms increased. The percentage of seniors who said that they had used cocaine at least once increased from 7.1 percent in 1996 to 8.7 percent in 1997, the highest rate reported since 1990. In 1997, 2.1 percent of 8th, 10th, and 12th graders reported having used heroin at least once in their lives. Alcohol makes the blood vessels inside the brain expand. Drinking to the point of intoxication (drunkenness) often results in an uncomfortable set of physical effects known as a "hangover." Contrary to popular belief, drinking coffee, eating high-sugar foods, or taking a cold shower will not relieve hangover symptoms. The pounding headache, upset stomach, and trembling feelings that often follow a night of heavy drinking will not subside until the brain's blood vessels return to their normal size. In short, nothing but time will get rid of a hangover. An Australian study of two states that lowered their MLPA found “a significant increase” in hospital admissions as a result of non-traffic alcohol-related accidents. |
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.
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.
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.
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.
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