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Taylorsville, MS Profile
Taylorsville, MS, population 1,341 , is located
in Mississippi's Smith county,
about 55.0 miles from Jackson and 113.5 miles from Mobile.
In the 90's the population of Taylorsville has declined by about 5%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Taylorsville has been declining at an annual rate of 1.4 percent.
Taylorsville Statistics
Taylorsville Gender Information
Males in Taylorsville: 628 (47%)
Females in Taylorsville: 713 (53%)
As % of Population in Taylorsville
Race Diversity in Taylorsville
White: 82%
African American: 18%
As % of Population in Taylorsville
Age Diversity in Taylorsville
Median Age in Taylorsville: 38.0 (Males in Taylorsville: 35.9, Females in Taylorsville: 39.5)
Taylorsville Males Under 20: 15%
Taylorsville Females Under 20: 14%
Taylorsville Males 20 to 40: 11%
Taylorsville Females 20 to 40: 13%
Taylorsville Males 40 to 60: 13%
Taylorsville Females 40 to 60: 13%
Taylorsville Males Over 60: 7%
Taylorsville Females Over 60: 13%
Economics in Taylorsville
Taylorsville Household Average Size: 2.48 people
Taylorsville Median Household Income: $ 28,563
Taylorsville Median Value of Homes: $ 58,300
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 0
Forcible rape: 3
Robbery: 18
Aggravated assault: 34
Burglary: 232
Larceny-theft: 897
Motor vehicle theft: 41
Arson: 1
Taylorsville Location Information
Elevation: 270 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 3.7 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Taylorsville
Mize 8.0 Miles
Soso 10.4 Miles
Sylvarena 12.9 Miles
Bay Springs 13.2 Miles
Mt Olive 14.2 Miles
Collins 14.8 Miles
Raleigh 15.1 Miles
Magee 18.2 Miles
Seminary 18.9 Miles
Louin 19.4 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Taylorsville
(Population 100,000+)
Jackson 55.0 Miles
Mobile 113.5 Miles
Metairie 134.7 Miles
New Orleans 135.3 Miles
Baton Rouge 139.8 Miles
Montgomery 187.0 Miles
Lafayette 189.5 Miles
Birmingham 192.5 Miles
Memphis 232.4 Miles
Shreveport 257.5 Miles
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Facts
Ecstasy is suspected to interfere with a number of different neurotransmitter systems, primarily serotonin and dopamine. Serotonin is involved in the regulation of mood, appetite, emotion, sleep, perception, anxiety, aggression, and memory; dopamine is involved in the regulation of movement, emotional response, and ability to feel pleasure and pain. Ecstasy stimulates an excess release of these neurotransmitters, while at the same time blocking the transporters that pump them back to the releasing neuron, which creates a high concentration of neurotransmitters in the space between the cells, called the synapse. This overabundance of serotonin and dopamine is what causes the feelings of elation, altered perception, and high energy. During this time the neurons are unable to replace all the neurotransmitters that are being released and not returned, so in the days following ecstasy use fewer neurotransmitters are released, and the number of transporters is reduced. This diminished function, primarily serotonin function, explains the depressed mood and other disturbances previously described as occurring in the days following an episode of ecstasy use. Regular ecstasy use destroys a neuron's ability to release serotonin, an effect that is long-lasting and may or may not be permanent. Noradrenaline is another neurotransmitter similarly influenced by ecstasy use, and is involved in the regulation of blood pressure and heart rate. The effects produced by this system are undesirable and potentially harmful. Physical effects on meth: the teeth start grinding. The jaws clench. Long term addicts can actually crush their teeth to powder through incessant gnawing. Appetite is also strongly suppressed and the need to go to the restroom decreases substantially. Blood pressure and heart rate both tend to rise. As the popularity of synthetic drugs has grown , seizure rates have increased concurrently. According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the worldwide number of users of amphetamine-type stimulants (ATS) is higher than the combined number of heroin and cocaine users. The UNODC further reports that the seizure of ATS drugs is second only to the worldwide seizures of cannabis (both herbal and resin form). Information reported by INTERPOL member countries confirms the widespread production and trafficking of ATS. The global emergence of synthetic drugs is a concern for all international law enforcement authorities. While the ‘ rave ’ phenomenon served as the impetus for the proliferation of Ecstasy (MDMA) trafficking and use, it also led to the introduction of other club drugs and resurgence of methamphetamine use. Although amphetamines such as MDMA are primarily considered drug s abuse d among young adults, there are increasing reports of adult use. Statistics indicate that drug use is especially high among young people. For example, 10.8 percent of Americans between the ages of twelve and seventeen were current illicit drug users, compared to 9.7 percent in 2000. For young adults between the ages of eighteen and twenty-five, the increase was even sharper, rising from 15.9 percent to 18.8 percent. Overall, these two age groups were responsible for 51 percent of all illegal drug use and a disproportionate amount of inhalant and hallucinogenic abuse (76 percent and 86 percent, respectively). |
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.
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.
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.
Therapeutic Community
An effective therapeutic community attends to the many needs of the individual, not just his or her drug use. Care given at a therapeutic community addresses the individual's drug use and associated medical, psychological, social, vocational, and legal problems. Also, a therapeutic community will continue to be flexible and provide ongoing assessments of the individual's needs, which may change during the course of care.
Remaining in care at a therapeutic community for an adequate period of time is critical for treatment effectiveness. The time depends on an individual's needs. For most people, the significant improvement is reached at about 3 months in treatment.
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