



Union, New Jersey
Union, NJ Profile
Union, NJ, population 54,405 , is located
in New Jersey's Union county,
about 3.6 miles from Elizabeth and 5.4 miles from Newark.
In the 90's the population of Union has grown by about 9%.
Union Statistics
Union Gender Information
Males in Union: 25,446 (47%)
Females in Union: 28,959 (53%)
As % of Population in Union
Race Diversity in Union
White: 68%
African American: 20%
Asian: 8%
Other/Mixed: 4%
As % of Population in Union
Age Diversity in Union
Median Age in Union: 38.7 (Males in Union: 37.0, Females in Union: 40.2)
Union Males Under 20: 13%
Union Females Under 20: 12%
Union Males 20 to 40: 13%
Union Females 20 to 40: 14%
Union Males 40 to 60: 13%
Union Females 40 to 60: 14%
Union Males Over 60: 8%
Union Females Over 60: 13%
Economics in Union
Union Household Average Size: 2.71 people
Union Median Household Income: $ 59,173
Union Median Value of Homes: $ 173,400
Union Location Information
Elevation: 93 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 9.1 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Union
Hillside 1.8 Miles
Kenilworth 2.1 Miles
Roselle Park 2.3 Miles
Roselle 2.3 Miles
Irvington 2.8 Miles
Springfield 3.1 Miles
Cranford 3.3 Miles
South Orange 3.6 Miles
Elizabeth 3.6 Miles
Millburn 3.6 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Union
(Population 100,000+)
Elizabeth 3.6 Miles
Newark 5.4 Miles
Jersey City 10.0 Miles
New York 13.5 Miles
Paterson 15.9 Miles
Yonkers 25.0 Miles
Stamford 45.2 Miles
Bridgeport 64.1 Miles
Allentown 64.7 Miles
Philadelphia 70.1 Miles
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Facts
Despite the restriction, ecstasy use has continued and dramatically increased at the turn of the millenium. In fact, ecstasy is one of the few drugs whose use is increasing among 12-to 25-year-olds. Ecstasy is most often used by young people at parties or in dance clubs, because users find that feelings of extreme happiness and uninhibited confidence produced by the drug encourage socializing, and that the drug's stimulant properties are ideal for prolonged periods of dancing. For some time the perception was that ecstasy was not harmful, but as its use has spread exponentially, reports of death as a result of ecstasy use have become increasingly common. Researchers have also discovered that the chemical is a neurotoxin and that ecstasy users may risk depression as a result of continued use. Some studies show that when people have smoked large amounts of marijuana for years, the drug takes its toll on mental functions (4). Heavy or daily use of marijuana affects the parts of the brain that control memory, attention, and learning. A working short-term memory is needed to learn and perform tasks that call for more than one or two steps. It may be suggested to enlist the help of a friend in sobriety, who is willing to set aside time to allow the person entering recovery to share and ‘talk through’ the ‘first step’ plan. Part of the healing process is becoming honest about previous choices, and their effects. (Many AA meetings consist of this principle.) An intensive out-patient treatment plan outlines the process of releasing shame and guilt, to beginning a new, more productive life. By the time a client has completed the plan they should be able to have a Greater Strength, they feel comfortable with, and may endeavour to obtain a sponsor for the completion of a rehabilitation program. People who begin taking drugs often do so to achieve a certain effect that they find enjoyable or positive in some way. Prescription medications may be taken initially to treat pain, depression, or anxiety. Improper use of prescription and other drugs (including alcohol) may make a person feel alert, powerful, confident, relaxed, friendly, sexy, or talkative. These rewarding consequences increase the likelihood that a person will continue using a drug. Furthermore, two other important consequences that influence continued drug use are tolerance and physical dependence. |
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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