




Scotch Plains, New Jersey
Scotch Plains, NJ Profile
Scotch Plains, NJ, population 22,732 , is located
in New Jersey's Union county,
about 9.4 miles from Elizabeth and 12.7 miles from Newark.
In the 90's the population of Scotch Plains has grown by about 7%.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Scotch Plains area were lower than New Jersey's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the New Jersey average.
Scotch Plains Statistics
Scotch Plains Gender Information
Males in Scotch Plains: 10,890 (48%)
Females in Scotch Plains: 11,842 (52%)
As % of Population in Scotch Plains
Race Diversity in Scotch Plains
White: 79%
African American: 11%
Asian: 7%
Other/Mixed: 3%
As % of Population in Scotch Plains
Age Diversity in Scotch Plains
Median Age in Scotch Plains: 38.6 (Males in Scotch Plains: 37.8, Females in Scotch Plains: 39.2)
Scotch Plains Males Under 20: 13%
Scotch Plains Females Under 20: 13%
Scotch Plains Males 20 to 40: 13%
Scotch Plains Females 20 to 40: 14%
Scotch Plains Males 40 to 60: 14%
Scotch Plains Females 40 to 60: 15%
Scotch Plains Males Over 60: 8%
Scotch Plains Females Over 60: 10%
Economics in Scotch Plains
Scotch Plains Household Average Size: 2.71 people
Scotch Plains Median Household Income: $ 81,599
Scotch Plains Median Value of Homes: $ 258,100
Law Enforcement in Scotch Plains
Reported crimes in the Scotch Plains area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 0
Forcible rape: 2
Robbery: 7
Aggravated assault: 6
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 65
Burglary: 66
Larceny-theft: 229
Motor vehicle theft: 26
Arson: 0
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 1,385
Scotch Plains Location Information
Elevation: 151 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 9.1 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Scotch Plains
Fanwood 1.1 Miles
Plainfield 1.8 Miles
Mountainside 2.1 Miles
Westfield 2.2 Miles
North Plainfield 2.6 Miles
New Providence 3.0 Miles
Berkeley Heights 3.4 Miles
Watchung 3.4 Miles
Garwood 3.5 Miles
Clark 4.3 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Scotch Plains
(Population 100,000+)
Elizabeth 9.4 Miles
Newark 12.7 Miles
Jersey City 17.1 Miles
New York 20.5 Miles
Paterson 21.4 Miles
Yonkers 32.0 Miles
Stamford 52.4 Miles
Allentown 57.8 Miles
Philadelphia 63.5 Miles
Bridgeport 71.3 Miles
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Facts
The long-term impact of 2C-B use is unknown. The September 1998 Journal of Analytical Toxicology reported that very little data exist about the pharmacological properties, metabolism, and toxicity of 2C-B. The relationship between its use and disease and death are unknown. While researchers still have a long way to go in understanding the complexity of brain function, we do know that illicit drug use produces psychological – if not physical – changes, impacting on a young person's developing brain, as brain development continues into the early 20's. Unfortunately, the average age for teens trying marijuana is 14. This means that many people who smoke pot do so before their brain development is settled, leaving room for chronic drug use to influence certain centers that control emotion and reason. The high levels of THC (the active component in marijuana) can influence the brain centers into feeling or thinking in a distorted way, which can present outwardly as depression or paranoia. Research also shows that marijuana use affects blood flow in the brain as well, which may be reflected in altered activity and function. After the effects of the mushrooms wear off a user may feel very tired, depressed and lethargic for a few days. Methamphetamine and MDMA have been shown to cause damage to dopamine transporters. Anecdotally, users of both these drugs refer to the hardships of "coming down" and the "hangover" typified by fatigue and depression that typically lasts several days. |
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.
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.
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.
Drug Rehabilitation
Drug rehabilitation is a place or program that an individual enters to treat a drug or alcohol addiction. Through therapy and education, the individual is restored to their former non-drug using self. They are then able to re-enter society clean and sober. There are many reasons why a person would need to attend a drug rehabilitation program. Some of the many reasons are: the inability to control their drinking or drug use, alienating their friends and family, problems with the law, and problems at work. Also, there are several different types of drug rehabilitation programs available: inpatient, outpatient, residential, short-term, and long-term.
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.
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