




West Point, Mississippi
West Point, MS Profile
West Point, MS, population 12,145 , is located
in Mississippi's Clay county,
about 106.7 miles from Birmingham and 127.0 miles from Jackson.
In the 90's the population of West Point has grown by about 43%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of West Point has been declining at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the West Point area were higher than Mississippi's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be higher than the Mississippi average.
West Point Statistics
West Point Gender Information
Males in West Point: 5,491 (45%)
Females in West Point: 6,654 (55%)
As % of Population in West Point
Race Diversity in West Point
White: 43%
African American: 56%
Other/Mixed: 1%
As % of Population in West Point
Age Diversity in West Point
Median Age in West Point: 33.2 (Males in West Point: 30.2, Females in West Point: 35.6)
West Point Males Under 20: 16%
West Point Females Under 20: 16%
West Point Males 20 to 40: 12%
West Point Females 20 to 40: 14%
West Point Males 40 to 60: 11%
West Point Females 40 to 60: 13%
West Point Males Over 60: 6%
West Point Females Over 60: 11%
Economics in West Point
West Point Household Average Size: 2.57 people
West Point Median Household Income: $ 26,404
West Point Median Value of Homes: $ 60,400
Law Enforcement in West Point
Reported crimes in the West Point area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 2
Forcible rape: 16
Robbery: 12
Aggravated assault: 32
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 515
Burglary: 166
Larceny-theft: 312
Motor vehicle theft: 1
Arson: 1
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 3,982
West Point Location Information
Elevation: 240 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 4.8 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to West Point
Columbus AFB 12.2 Miles
Artesia 13.3 Miles
Starkville 14.6 Miles
Columbus 15.0 Miles
Aberdeen 16.2 Miles
Caledonia 19.5 Miles
New Hope 21.0 Miles
Crawford 21.3 Miles
Mantee 24.8 Miles
Maben 25.3 Miles
Big Cities Nearest West Point
(Population 100,000+)
Birmingham 106.7 Miles
Jackson 127.0 Miles
Memphis 133.2 Miles
Huntsville 141.4 Miles
Montgomery 161.1 Miles
Mobile 204.6 Miles
Nashville 206.2 Miles
Clarksville 214.9 Miles
Chattanooga 215.2 Miles
Little Rock 222.6 Miles
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Facts
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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.
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
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.
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.
Relapse
Relapse is a term used to describe when an individual who has quit using drugs starts using once again. A relapse can mean just a one time use, a long term continues period of using or anything in between after a period of sobriety has taken place. An individual begins to experience a psychological relapse long before their first use after
quitting. Some things that can lead to relapse both physically or psychologically include: 1. Being in the presence of drugs or alcohol, drug or alcohol users, or places where you used or bought chemicals. 2. Feelings we perceive as negative, particularly anger; also sadness, loneliness, guilt, fear, and anxiety. 3. Positive feelings that make you want to celebrate by using. 4. Listening to others past drug use stories and just dwelling on getting high. 5. Believing that you no longer have to worry (complacent). That is, that you are no longer stimulated to crave drugs/alcohol by any of the above situations or by anything else – and therefore maybe it’s safe for you to use occasionally.
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