




Neptune City, New Jersey
Neptune City, NJ Profile
Neptune City, NJ, population 5,218 , is located
in New Jersey's Monmouth county,
about 33.5 miles from Elizabeth and 35.6 miles from New York.
In the 90's the population of Neptune City has grown by about 4%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Neptune City has been declining at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Neptune City area were higher than New Jersey's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the New Jersey average.
Neptune City Statistics
Neptune City Gender Information
Males in Neptune City: 2,436 (47%)
Females in Neptune City: 2,782 (53%)
As % of Population in Neptune City
Race Diversity in Neptune City
White: 83%
African American: 10%
Asian: 3%
Other/Mixed: 4%
As % of Population in Neptune City
Age Diversity in Neptune City
Median Age in Neptune City: 39.8 (Males in Neptune City: 37.3, Females in Neptune City: 41.7)
Neptune City Males Under 20: 12%
Neptune City Females Under 20: 11%
Neptune City Males 20 to 40: 13%
Neptune City Females 20 to 40: 14%
Neptune City Males 40 to 60: 14%
Neptune City Females 40 to 60: 16%
Neptune City Males Over 60: 8%
Neptune City Females Over 60: 12%
Economics in Neptune City
Neptune City Household Average Size: 2.29 people
Neptune City Median Household Income: $ 43,451
Neptune City Median Value of Homes: $ 122,300
Law Enforcement in Neptune City
Reported crimes in the Neptune City area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 0
Forcible rape: 3
Robbery: 6
Aggravated assault: 8
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 325
Burglary: 41
Larceny-theft: 207
Motor vehicle theft: 6
Arson: 0
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 4,853
Neptune City Location Information
Elevation: 15 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 0.9 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Neptune City
Avon-by-the-Sea 0.8 Miles
Bradley Beach 0.9 Miles
Shark River Hills 1.2 Miles
Ocean Grove 1.4 Miles
Belmar 1.5 Miles
Asbury Park 1.6 Miles
South Belmar 2.0 Miles
West Belmar 2.2 Miles
Wanamassa 2.2 Miles
Interlaken 2.4 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Neptune City
(Population 100,000+)
Elizabeth 33.5 Miles
New York 35.6 Miles
Jersey City 36.6 Miles
Newark 37.8 Miles
Paterson 50.1 Miles
Yonkers 51.0 Miles
Philadelphia 62.5 Miles
Stamford 64.4 Miles
Bridgeport 79.6 Miles
Allentown 82.0 Miles
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Facts
Indicators used to produce the Drug Abuse Warning Network (DAWN) study show that the abuse of OxyCondone, the active ingredient in the pain medication OxyContin has increased greatly in recent years. The numbers of Oxycodone emergency department mentions increased from 3,369 in the first half of 1999 to 5,261 in the first half of 2000. The total number of emergency department mentions from oxycodone in 1999 (6,429) was up from 3,190 mentions in 1996. What does matter tremendously is whether or not a drug causes what we now know to be the essence of addiction: uncontrollable, compulsive drug seeking and use, even in the face of negative health and social consequences. This is the crux of how many professional organizations all define addiction, and how we all should use the term. It is really only this expression of addiction - uncontrollable, compulsive craving, seeking and use of drugs - that matters to the addict and to his or her family, and that should matter to society as a whole. These are the elements responsible for the massive health and social problems caused by drug addiction. Sixty Five percent of cocaine enters the United States through Mexico, and the vast majority of the rest enters through Florida. Both desirable and undesirable mental effects are experienced as a result of ecstasy use. Naturally, someone taking ecstasy is looking for the desirable effects, which include feelings of elation, openness, comfort, affection or arousal, self-confidence, and seemingly endless energy and endurance to dance the night away. There have also been reports of sharpened senses and mental clarity, feelings of floating, and hallucinations (which for some is an undesirable effect). However, the same mechanism associated with the desirable effects of ecstasy use is also associated with the undesirable effects. |
Dependence
Dependence is the compulsive use of a substance despite negative consequences which can be severe; drug dependence is simply excessive use of a drug or use of a drug for purposes for which it was not medically intended. Physical dependence on a substance (needing a drug to function) is not necessary or sufficient to define addiction. There are some substances that don't cause addiction but do cause physical dependence (for example, some blood pressure medications) and substances that cause addiction but not classic physical dependence (cocaine withdrawal, for example, it does not have symptoms like vomiting and chills; it is mainly characterized by depression).
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 Side Effects
Drug addiction and abuse comes with a heavy price. There are drastic drug side effects associated with drug misuse and abuse. Drug side effects from legal and illegal drugs can range from mild itching to comas and death. In addition to the physical drug side effects mentioned, there are many psychological drug side effects of drug abuse; the most serious being drug addiction and overdose.
Residential Treatment
Residential treatment offers intensive drug addiction help over a period of weeks or months. This form of treatment has some advantages over out-patient treatment, although it may not be suitable for everyone. For example, those who are responsible for caring for young children may be better suited to attendance at an out patient treatment program. Residential treatment offers a safe, drug and alcohol-free environment where individuals can confront their own drug addiction and associated issues, with the help of qualified staff. Therapy usually consists of a mixture of group counseling, individual counseling and an introduction to the principles of a drug recovery program.
Alcoholism
Alcoholism, also known as "alcohol dependence," is a condition that includes craving and continued alcohol abuse despite repeated drinking-related problems, such as losing a job or getting into trouble with the law. It includes four major areas: Craving: - A strong need, or compulsion, to drink. Impaired control: -The inability to limit one's drinking on any given occasion. Physical dependence: -Withdrawal symptoms, such as nausea, sweating, shakiness, and anxiety, when alcohol use is stopped after a period of heavy drinking. Tolerance: - The need for increasing amounts of alcohol in order to feel its effects.
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