




Taunton, Massachusetts
Taunton, MA Profile
Taunton, MA, population 55,976 , is located
in Massachusetts's Bristol county,
about 17.5 miles from Providence and 31.7 miles from Boston.
In the 90's the population of Taunton has grown by about 12%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Taunton has been growing at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Taunton Statistics
Taunton Gender Information
Males in Taunton: 26,904 (48%)
Females in Taunton: 29,072 (52%)
As % of Population in Taunton
Race Diversity in Taunton
White: 92%
African American: 3%
Asian: 1%
Other/Mixed: 4%
As % of Population in Taunton
Age Diversity in Taunton
Median Age in Taunton: 35.7 (Males in Taunton: 34.8, Females in Taunton: 36.5)
Taunton Males Under 20: 14%
Taunton Females Under 20: 13%
Taunton Males 20 to 40: 15%
Taunton Females 20 to 40: 16%
Taunton Males 40 to 60: 12%
Taunton Females 40 to 60: 13%
Taunton Males Over 60: 7%
Taunton Females Over 60: 10%
Economics in Taunton
Taunton Household Average Size: 2.5 people
Taunton Median Household Income: $ 42,932
Taunton Median Value of Homes: $ 141,300
Taunton Location Information
Elevation: 30 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 46.6 Square Miles.
Water Area: 1.4 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Taunton
Raynham 2.5 Miles
Norton 6.8 Miles
North Lakeville 8.1 Miles
Bridgewater 8.6 Miles
Somerset 9.3 Miles
Middleborough 9.4 Miles
Attleboro 10.5 Miles
Mansfield 11.2 Miles
North Seekonk 12.4 Miles
Brockton 13.2 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Taunton
(Population 100,000+)
Providence 17.5 Miles
Boston 31.7 Miles
Cambridge 32.9 Miles
Worcester 44.3 Miles
Lowell 52.0 Miles
Manchester 78.0 Miles
Springfield 78.3 Miles
Hartford 82.8 Miles
New Haven 103.5 Miles
Waterbury 104.0 Miles
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Facts
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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 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.
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.
Drug Overdose
A drug overdose occurs when you consume more drugs than your body can tolerate. Drug users are constantly flirting with the risk of a drug overdose. There is a
fine line between the high they're seeking and serious injury or death. While many victims of drug overdose recover without long term effects, there
can be serious consequences. Some drug overdoses cause the failure of major
organs like the kidneys or liver, or failure of whole systems like the
respiratory or circulatory systems. Patients who survive drug overdose may need
kidney dialysis, kidney or liver transplant, or ongoing care as a result of
heart failure, stroke, or coma. Death can occur in almost any drug overdose
situation, particularly if treatment is not started immediately.
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.
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