




Wellsville, New York
Wellsville, NY Profile
Wellsville, NY, population 5,171 , is located
in New York's Allegany county,
about 71.0 miles from Buffalo and 73.4 miles from Rochester.
In the 90's the population of Wellsville has declined by about 1%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Wellsville has been declining at an annual rate of 2.0 percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Wellsville area were higher than New York's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be higher than the New York average.
Wellsville Statistics
Wellsville Gender Information
Males in Wellsville: 2,422 (47%)
Females in Wellsville: 2,749 (53%)
As % of Population in Wellsville
Race Diversity in Wellsville
White: 96%
African American: 1%
Asian: 1%
Other/Mixed: 2%
As % of Population in Wellsville
Age Diversity in Wellsville
Median Age in Wellsville: 40.4 (Males in Wellsville: 38.0, Females in Wellsville: 42.7)
Wellsville Males Under 20: 13%
Wellsville Females Under 20: 12%
Wellsville Males 20 to 40: 12%
Wellsville Females 20 to 40: 13%
Wellsville Males 40 to 60: 11%
Wellsville Females 40 to 60: 12%
Wellsville Males Over 60: 11%
Wellsville Females Over 60: 16%
Economics in Wellsville
Wellsville Household Average Size: 2.22 people
Wellsville Median Household Income: $ 24,075
Wellsville Median Value of Homes: $ 52,800
Law Enforcement in Wellsville
Reported crimes in the Wellsville area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 0
Forcible rape: 1
Robbery: 0
Aggravated assault: 23
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 496
Burglary: 19
Larceny-theft: 157
Motor vehicle theft: 0
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 3,636
Wellsville Location Information
Elevation: 1,517 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 2.3 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Wellsville
Stannards 2.8 Miles
Andover 8.2 Miles
Belmont 8.3 Miles
Richburg 10.8 Miles
Friendship 11.3 Miles
Bolivar 11.9 Miles
Alfred 12.2 Miles
Angelica 13.2 Miles
Oswayo 14.4 Miles
Shinglehouse 16.6 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Wellsville
(Population 100,000+)
Buffalo 71.0 Miles
Rochester 73.4 Miles
Erie 109.6 Miles
Syracuse 111.8 Miles
Pittsburgh 157.6 Miles
Allentown 165.0 Miles
Cleveland 197.9 Miles
Akron 198.2 Miles
Baltimore 208.0 Miles
Philadelphia 208.8 Miles
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Facts
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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).
Abstinence
Abstinence is the act or practice of refraining from indulging a desire. The type of abstinence we are referring to here is abstinence from drugs and alcohol. This term has two connotations when it comes to abstaining from drugs. The first refers to drug or alcohol treatment programs that aim to help an individual stop using drugs or alcohol for the rest of their lives. The time abstinence is also used in drug education and prevention. It refers to trying to stop children from ever using drugs.
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.
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.
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.
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