



Brooklyn Park, Minnesota
Brooklyn Park, MN Profile
Brooklyn Park, MN, population 67,388 , is located
in Minnesota's Hennepin county,
about 9.1 miles from Minneapolis and 16.5 miles from St Paul.
In the 90's the population of Brooklyn Park has grown by about 20%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Brooklyn Park has been growing at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Brooklyn Park area were higher than Minnesota's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the Minnesota average.
Brooklyn Park Statistics
Brooklyn Park Gender Information
Males in Brooklyn Park: 33,473 (50%)
Females in Brooklyn Park: 33,915 (50%)
As % of Population in Brooklyn Park
Race Diversity in Brooklyn Park
White: 71%
African American: 14%
Native American: 1%
Asian: 9%
Other/Mixed: 5%
As % of Population in Brooklyn Park
Age Diversity in Brooklyn Park
Median Age in Brooklyn Park: 31.9 (Males in Brooklyn Park: 31.4, Females in Brooklyn Park: 32.5)
Brooklyn Park Males Under 20: 16%
Brooklyn Park Females Under 20: 15%
Brooklyn Park Males 20 to 40: 16%
Brooklyn Park Females 20 to 40: 16%
Brooklyn Park Males 40 to 60: 13%
Brooklyn Park Females 40 to 60: 14%
Brooklyn Park Males Over 60: 4%
Brooklyn Park Females Over 60: 5%
Economics in Brooklyn Park
Brooklyn Park Household Average Size: 2.75 people
Brooklyn Park Median Household Income: $ 56,572
Brooklyn Park Median Value of Homes: $ 129,700
Law Enforcement in Brooklyn Park
Reported crimes in the Brooklyn Park area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 2
Forcible rape: 40
Robbery: 68
Aggravated assault: 156
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 387
Burglary: 591
Larceny-theft: 2,094
Motor vehicle theft: 322
Arson: 28
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 4,379
Brooklyn Park Location Information
Land Area: 26.0 Square Miles.
Water Area: 0.5 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Brooklyn Park
Brooklyn Center 1.7 Miles
Osseo 2.8 Miles
Coon Rapids 3.8 Miles
New Hope 4.2 Miles
Crystal 4.3 Miles
Robbinsdale 4.4 Miles
Fridley 4.6 Miles
Maple Grove 5.1 Miles
Golden Valley 5.9 Miles
Spring Lake Park 5.9 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Brooklyn Park
(Population 100,000+)
Minneapolis 9.1 Miles
St Paul 16.5 Miles
Sioux Falls 196.9 Miles
Cedar Rapids 230.0 Miles
Madison 241.1 Miles
Des Moines 242.0 Miles
Green Bay 264.8 Miles
Rockford 289.0 Miles
Omaha 295.5 Miles
Milwaukee 305.8 Miles
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Facts
Narcotic drugs decrease the user's perception of pain and alter his or her reaction to pain. For this reason, narcotics—primarily codeine and morphine—are prescribed legitimately as pain killers. In a medical setting, they are referred to as narcotic analgesics. For pain relief, scientists have developed opioids, which are synthetic drugs with morphine-like properties. Some common synthetic opioids include meperidine (trade name Demerol) and methadone, a drug often used to treat heroin addiction. The use of methadone as a treatment for addiction is controversial, however, since methadone itself is addicting. Scientists have attempted to develop ways to use the pain-killing properties of narcotics while counteracting their addictive qualitites. Such investigations have led to the discovery of narcotic receptors in the brain, and of the body's own natural pain-killing substances, called endorphins. Narcotics behave like endorphins and act on, or bind to, the receptors to produce their associated effects. Substances known as narcotic or opioid antagonists are drugs that block the actions of narcotics and are used to reverse the side effects of narcotic abuse or an overdose. A new class of drugs, a mixture of opioids and opioid antagonists, has been developed so that patients can be relieved of pain without the addictive or other unpleasant side effects associated with narcotics. Narcotic drugs are among those substances used illegally, or abused, by adolescents. Some estimate that as many as 90% of adult drug addicts began a pattern of substance abuse during adolescence. Most experts are unsure why prescription drug abuse is on the rise. It's thought, though, that because there are more drugs available to more people, the opportunity for abuse is greatly increased. Physicians report writing more prescriptions for patients than ever before. That includes prescriptions for commonly abused drugs such as opioids, CNS depressors, and stimulants. In addition, you only have to go on the Internet to find vast numbers of online pharmacies selling these highly addictive drugs. Online pharmacies make it easy to get these drugs -- even for children or teens. The term "drug paraphernalia" refers to any equipment that is used to produce, conceal and consume illicit drugs. This includes, but is not limited to bongs, roach clips, miniature spoons, straws, needles and various types of pipes. 35.1% of white youth between the age of 12-17 report past year alcohol use, while 29.4% of Hispanic youth and 22.3% of blacks report the use of alcohol in the past year. |
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.
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.
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 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".
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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