




Bedford Heights, Ohio
Bedford Heights, OH Profile
Bedford Heights, OH, population 11,375 , is located
in Ohio's Cuyahoga county,
about 10.4 miles from Cleveland and 23.2 miles from Akron.
In the 90's the population of Bedford Heights has declined by about 6%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Bedford Heights has been declining at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Bedford Heights area were lower than Ohio's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the Ohio average.
Bedford Heights Statistics
Bedford Heights Gender Information
Males in Bedford Heights: 5,288 (46%)
Females in Bedford Heights: 6,087 (54%)
As % of Population in Bedford Heights
Race Diversity in Bedford Heights
White: 28%
African American: 67%
Asian: 2%
Other/Mixed: 3%
As % of Population in Bedford Heights
Age Diversity in Bedford Heights
Median Age in Bedford Heights: 38.7 (Males in Bedford Heights: 37.0, Females in Bedford Heights: 40.2)
Bedford Heights Males Under 20: 12%
Bedford Heights Females Under 20: 12%
Bedford Heights Males 20 to 40: 13%
Bedford Heights Females 20 to 40: 14%
Bedford Heights Males 40 to 60: 13%
Bedford Heights Females 40 to 60: 17%
Bedford Heights Males Over 60: 8%
Bedford Heights Females Over 60: 10%
Economics in Bedford Heights
Bedford Heights Household Average Size: 2.21 people
Bedford Heights Median Household Income: $ 37,861
Bedford Heights Median Value of Homes: $ 106,100
Law Enforcement in Bedford Heights
Reported crimes in the Bedford Heights area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 0
Forcible rape: 1
Robbery: 8
Aggravated assault: 26
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 310
Burglary: 51
Larceny-theft: 196
Motor vehicle theft: 53
Arson: 2
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 2,653
Bedford Heights Location Information
Elevation: 1,040 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 4.5 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Bedford Heights
North Randall 1.2 Miles
Warrensville Heights 1.3 Miles
Bedford 1.7 Miles
Maple Heights 2.0 Miles
Highland Hills 2.2 Miles
Orange 3.3 Miles
Beachwood 3.4 Miles
Oakwood (Cuyahoga County) 3.7 Miles
Woodmere 4.0 Miles
Walton Hills 4.0 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Bedford Heights
(Population 100,000+)
Cleveland 10.4 Miles
Akron 23.2 Miles
Erie 89.2 Miles
Detroit 100.6 Miles
Pittsburgh 104.7 Miles
Toledo 106.4 Miles
Warren 106.5 Miles
Sterling Heights 111.5 Miles
Livonia 114.7 Miles
Columbus 126.9 Miles
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Facts
The earlier one drinks, the more likely one is to end up using other drugs. Research suggests that the majority of those who begin drinking between 13 and 16 will progress to other drugs. Historically, suppliers of methamphetamine in the United States were outlaw motorcycle gangs and other independent trafficking groups. Although motorcycle gangs continue to produce meth and control a share of the market, Mexico-based trafficking groups entered the illicit methamphetamine market in 1995 and now dominate the trade. With their ability to obtain wholesale (multi-ton) quantities of precursor chemicals on the international market, their access to already established smuggling and distribution networks, and their control over laboratories capable of large-scale production and distribution of methamphetamine, these criminal groups from Mexico now dominate wholesale meth trafficking in the United States. Amphetamine abusers taking repeated doses of the drug can develop repetitive behavior patterns which persist for hours at a time. These can take the form of cleaning, the repeated dismantling of small appliances, orthe endless picking at wounds on the extremities. Such repetitive stereotyped patterns of behavior are also seen in nonhumans administered repeated doses of amphetamines and other stimulant drugs, and they appear to be related to dopaminergic facilitation. Cessation of amphetamine use afterhigh-dose chronic intake is generally accompanied by lethargy, depression, and abnormal sleep patterns. This pattern of behavior, opposite to the direct effects of amphetamine, does not appear to be a classical abstinence syndrome. The symptoms may be related to the long-term lack of sleep and food intake that accompany chronic stimulant use as well as to the catecholamine depletion that occurs as a result of chronic use. Laws regarding boating under the influence vary from state to state. In most states, a BUI conviction leads to punishments similar to those handed down to drunk drivers. Some common repercussions of a BUI conviction include jail time, fines, required attendance at lengthy alcohol education programs, boating safety classes with an additional alcohol education component, and community service or hard labor. In most cases, a conviction results in the suspension or revocation of boat operator privileges. To deter operators from violating boating laws, both the Coast Guard and the state police monitor boating areas. The officers especially focus on areas that are particularly popular, known as "party" boating areas. |
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 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".
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.
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).
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.
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