




Lima, Ohio
Lima, OH Profile
Lima, OH, population 40,081 , is located
in Ohio's Allen county,
about 59.8 miles from Ft Wayne and 68.2 miles from Dayton.
In the 90's the population of Lima has declined by about 12%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Lima has been growing at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Lima area were higher than Ohio's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be higher than the Ohio average.
Lima Statistics
Lima Gender Information
Males in Lima: 20,101 (50%)
Females in Lima: 19,980 (50%)
As % of Population in Lima
Race Diversity in Lima
White: 69%
African American: 26%
Asian: 1%
Other/Mixed: 4%
As % of Population in Lima
Age Diversity in Lima
Median Age in Lima: 32.9 (Males in Lima: 31.3, Females in Lima: 34.7)
Lima Males Under 20: 16%
Lima Females Under 20: 15%
Lima Males 20 to 40: 15%
Lima Females 20 to 40: 14%
Lima Males 40 to 60: 12%
Lima Females 40 to 60: 11%
Lima Males Over 60: 7%
Lima Females Over 60: 10%
Economics in Lima
Lima Household Average Size: 2.42 people
Lima Median Household Income: $ 27,067
Lima Median Value of Homes: $ 54,700
Law Enforcement in Lima
Reported crimes in the Lima area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 2
Forcible rape: 70
Robbery: 108
Aggravated assault: 243
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 1,035
Burglary: 637
Larceny-theft: 1,599
Motor vehicle theft: 144
Arson: 27
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 5,823
Lima Location Information
Elevation: 875 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 12.7 Square Miles.
Water Area: 0.1 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Lima
Ft Shawnee 4.2 Miles
Elida 6.1 Miles
Cairo 6.3 Miles
Cridersville 6.6 Miles
Lafayette 8.3 Miles
Beaverdam 9.2 Miles
Uniopolis 9.8 Miles
Harrod 10.0 Miles
Buckland 11.6 Miles
Waynesfield 12.0 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Lima
(Population 100,000+)
Ft Wayne 59.8 Miles
Dayton 68.2 Miles
Toledo 69.9 Miles
Columbus 79.5 Miles
Ann Arbor 107.5 Miles
Cincinnati 110.9 Miles
Livonia 119.0 Miles
Detroit 122.8 Miles
Indianapolis 127.6 Miles
South Bend 129.2 Miles
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Facts
While overall use of illegal drugs is down in the young adult population, the misuse of prescription painkillers is on the rise. National drug task forces and "risk management plans" seek to educate all users about the dangers of strong opiate medications and the harmful effects their misuse can have. Marijuana is made from a plant found in many parts of the world. It is also known as `grass', `pot', or `weed' and contains `THC', a mind-altering substance and hundreds of other chemicals. A `joint' is made from dried leaves and flowers of the marijuana plant. Over the past few decades, the potency of this drug has increased. For example, in 1975 samples of marijuana with over 1% of THC were very rareLY found; however, by 1980, marijuana often contained 5% THC and now marijuana samples often contain 10% THC or more. Unfortunately, the increased potency of marijuana leads to greater effects and risks for the users of the drug. Cocaine is a crystalline tropane alkaloid that is obtained from the leaves of the coca plant. The name comes from "coca" in addition to the alkaloid suffix -ine, forming cocaine. Concerning the past 30 days, 50% of high school seniors report drinking, with 32% report being drunk at least once. |
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).
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.
Drug Addiction
Drug addiction is a pattern of repeated drug taking that usually results in tolerance (the need for greater amounts of the drug to achieve the same effect), withdrawal (physical and cognitive effects when drug use declines or stops), and compulsive drug taking behavior (drug taking that persists despite efforts to reduce intake and despite problems with family, friends, and work). Drug addiction encompasses a diverse range of drugs (such as alcohol, cannabis, amphetamines, and cocaine) and is caused by many different factors.
Relapse
Relapse is a term used to describe when an individual who has quit using drugs starts using once again. A relapse can mean just a one time use, a long term continues period of using or anything in between after a period of sobriety has taken place. An individual begins to experience a psychological relapse long before their first use after
quitting. Some things that can lead to relapse both physically or psychologically include: 1. Being in the presence of drugs or alcohol, drug or alcohol users, or places where you used or bought chemicals. 2. Feelings we perceive as negative, particularly anger; also sadness, loneliness, guilt, fear, and anxiety. 3. Positive feelings that make you want to celebrate by using. 4. Listening to others past drug use stories and just dwelling on getting high. 5. Believing that you no longer have to worry (complacent). That is, that you are no longer stimulated to crave drugs/alcohol by any of the above situations or by anything else – and therefore maybe it’s safe for you to use occasionally.
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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