




Skiatook, Oklahoma
Skiatook, OK Profile
Skiatook, OK, population 5,396 , is located
in Oklahoma's Osage county,
about 14.8 miles from Tulsa and 105.3 miles from Oklahoma City.
In the 90's the population of Skiatook has grown by about 10%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Skiatook has been growing at an annual rate of 2.8 percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Skiatook area were lower than Oklahoma's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the Oklahoma average.
Skiatook Statistics
Skiatook Gender Information
Males in Skiatook: 2,494 (46%)
Females in Skiatook: 2,902 (54%)
As % of Population in Skiatook
Race Diversity in Skiatook
White: 71%
African American: 1%
Native American: 19%
Other/Mixed: 9%
As % of Population in Skiatook
Age Diversity in Skiatook
Median Age in Skiatook: 32.5 (Males in Skiatook: 30.7, Females in Skiatook: 34.2)
Skiatook Males Under 20: 17%
Skiatook Females Under 20: 17%
Skiatook Males 20 to 40: 13%
Skiatook Females 20 to 40: 14%
Skiatook Males 40 to 60: 10%
Skiatook Females 40 to 60: 12%
Skiatook Males Over 60: 7%
Skiatook Females Over 60: 11%
Economics in Skiatook
Skiatook Household Average Size: 2.69 people
Skiatook Median Household Income: $ 32,946
Skiatook Median Value of Homes: $ 61,800
Law Enforcement in Skiatook
Reported crimes in the Skiatook area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 0
Forcible rape: 1
Robbery: 1
Aggravated assault: 9
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 193
Burglary: 52
Larceny-theft: 106
Motor vehicle theft: 18
Arson: 0
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 3,092
Skiatook Location Information
Elevation: 653 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 8.4 Square Miles.
Water Area: 0.1 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Skiatook
Sperry 4.9 Miles
Vera 8.7 Miles
Turley 8.9 Miles
Avant 9.0 Miles
Collinsville 9.1 Miles
Owasso 10.7 Miles
Ramona 12.0 Miles
Limestone 14.5 Miles
Tulsa 14.8 Miles
Valley Park 15.6 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Skiatook
(Population 100,000+)
Tulsa 14.8 Miles
Oklahoma City 105.3 Miles
Wichita 117.6 Miles
Springfield 160.8 Miles
Topeka 186.2 Miles
Overland Park 194.9 Miles
Kansas City 204.2 Miles
Kansas City 204.3 Miles
Independence 207.3 Miles
Wichita Falls 220.6 Miles
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Facts
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Sobriety
Sobriety means the moderation in or abstinence from consumption of alcoholic liquor or use of drugs. When an individual with an addiction problem enters drug rehabilitation, their main goal is to attain long term sobriety. Unfortunately, sometimes drug addicts and alcoholics find they are able to sustain short periods of sobriety followed by a drug or alcohol relapse. This is why attending a drug or alcohol rehab will help the individual maintain their focus on sobriety. Often, it is only by getting help that individuals with severe drug addiction problems are able to achieve lasting sobriety.
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.
Addiction Treatment
Addiction treatment is needed when an individual finds that they have developed a drug or alcohol addiction which they are not able to successful end on their own. With the help of addiction treatment, addicted individual can get help to control their drug taking behavior and live happy and successful lives. There are several addiction treatment options available for drug and alcohol addiction. Some of these options include self-help groups, counseling, drug rehabilitation programs (in and out-patient), and residential treatment facilities. Each of these differ
in their aims and outcomes and elements of these addiction treatment options are often
combined.
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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