




Medford Lakes, New Jersey
Medford Lakes, NJ Profile
Medford Lakes, NJ, population 4,173 , is located
in New Jersey's Burlington county,
about 20.2 miles from Philadelphia and 63.3 miles from Allentown.
In the 90's the population of Medford Lakes has declined by about 6%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Medford Lakes has been growing at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Medford Lakes area were lower than New Jersey's average.
Medford Lakes Statistics
Medford Lakes Gender Information
Males in Medford Lakes: 2,043 (49%)
Females in Medford Lakes: 2,130 (51%)
As % of Population in Medford Lakes
Race Diversity in Medford Lakes
White: 98%
Other/Mixed: 2%
As % of Population in Medford Lakes
Age Diversity in Medford Lakes
Median Age in Medford Lakes: 40.3 (Males in Medford Lakes: 39.9, Females in Medford Lakes: 40.6)
Medford Lakes Males Under 20: 14%
Medford Lakes Females Under 20: 13%
Medford Lakes Males 20 to 40: 10%
Medford Lakes Females 20 to 40: 11%
Medford Lakes Males 40 to 60: 16%
Medford Lakes Females 40 to 60: 17%
Medford Lakes Males Over 60: 8%
Medford Lakes Females Over 60: 9%
Economics in Medford Lakes
Medford Lakes Household Average Size: 2.73 people
Medford Lakes Median Household Income: $ 77,536
Medford Lakes Median Value of Homes: $ 161,700
Law Enforcement in Medford Lakes
Reported crimes in the Medford Lakes area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 0
Forcible rape: 0
Robbery: 0
Aggravated assault: 0
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: N/A
Burglary: 3
Larceny-theft: 34
Motor vehicle theft: 4
Arson: 0
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 973
Medford Lakes Location Information
Elevation: 80 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 1.2 Square Miles.
Water Area: 0.1 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Medford Lakes
Leisuretowne 5.8 Miles
Marlton 6.7 Miles
Berlin 8.2 Miles
Greentree 8.5 Miles
Gibbsboro 8.7 Miles
Ramblewood 8.9 Miles
Springdale 9.2 Miles
Chesilhurst 9.7 Miles
Pemberton Heights 9.8 Miles
Clementon 10.1 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Medford Lakes
(Population 100,000+)
Philadelphia 20.2 Miles
Allentown 63.3 Miles
Elizabeth 63.9 Miles
Newark 69.2 Miles
Jersey City 71.3 Miles
New York 72.6 Miles
Paterson 80.4 Miles
Yonkers 88.2 Miles
Baltimore 104.1 Miles
Stamford 106.1 Miles
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Facts
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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".
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.
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.
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.
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