




Del City, Oklahoma
Del City, OK Profile
Del City, OK, population 22,128 , is located
in Oklahoma's Oklahoma county,
about 4.6 miles from Oklahoma City and 95.0 miles from Tulsa.
In the 90's the population of Del City has declined by about 8%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Del City has been growing at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Del City area were higher than Oklahoma's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the Oklahoma average.
Del City Statistics
Del City Gender Information
Males in Del City: 10,499 (47%)
Females in Del City: 11,629 (53%)
As % of Population in Del City
Race Diversity in Del City
White: 74%
African American: 14%
Native American: 4%
Asian: 2%
Other/Mixed: 6%
As % of Population in Del City
Age Diversity in Del City
Median Age in Del City: 34.7 (Males in Del City: 32.8, Females in Del City: 36.3)
Del City Males Under 20: 15%
Del City Females Under 20: 15%
Del City Males 20 to 40: 13%
Del City Females 20 to 40: 14%
Del City Males 40 to 60: 11%
Del City Females 40 to 60: 13%
Del City Males Over 60: 8%
Del City Females Over 60: 11%
Economics in Del City
Del City Household Average Size: 2.44 people
Del City Median Household Income: $ 32,218
Del City Median Value of Homes: $ 51,400
Law Enforcement in Del City
Reported crimes in the Del City area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 1
Forcible rape: 1
Robbery: 28
Aggravated assault: 64
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 422
Burglary: 289
Larceny-theft: 515
Motor vehicle theft: 95
Arson: 10
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 4,032
Del City Location Information
Elevation: 1,209 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 7.5 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Del City
Smith Village 1.1 Miles
Midwest City 2.5 Miles
Valley Brook 3.6 Miles
Forest Park 4.3 Miles
Oklahoma City 4.6 Miles
Lake Aluma 6.6 Miles
Spencer 6.6 Miles
Nicoma Park 7.5 Miles
Moore 7.5 Miles
Nichols Hills 9.7 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Del City
(Population 100,000+)
Oklahoma City 4.6 Miles
Tulsa 95.0 Miles
Wichita Falls 121.5 Miles
Wichita 155.8 Miles
Plano 172.8 Miles
Carrollton 175.0 Miles
Garland 180.9 Miles
Irving 183.9 Miles
Dallas 187.5 Miles
Ft Worth 188.0 Miles
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Facts
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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