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Drug Rehab, Portland, Oregon
Inpatient Drug Rehab, Portland, Oregon
Outpatient Drug Rehab, Portland, Oregon
Alcohol Rehab, Portland, Oregon
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Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR Profile
Portland, OR, population 529,121 , is located
in Oregon's Multnomah county,
about 8.0 miles from Vancouver and 43.8 miles from Salem.
In the 90's the population of Portland has grown by about 21%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Portland has been growing at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Portland area were higher than Oregon's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be higher than the Oregon average.
Portland Statistics
Portland Gender Information
Males in Portland: 261,565 (49%)
Females in Portland: 267,556 (51%)
As % of Population in Portland
Race Diversity in Portland
White: 78%
African American: 7%
Native American: 1%
Asian: 6%
Other/Mixed: 8%
As % of Population in Portland
Age Diversity in Portland
Median Age in Portland: 35.2 (Males in Portland: 34.2, Females in Portland: 36.2)
Portland Males Under 20: 12%
Portland Females Under 20: 12%
Portland Males 20 to 40: 18%
Portland Females 20 to 40: 17%
Portland Males 40 to 60: 14%
Portland Females 40 to 60: 14%
Portland Males Over 60: 6%
Portland Females Over 60: 9%
Economics in Portland
Portland Household Average Size: 2.3 people
Portland Median Household Income: $ 40,146
Portland Median Value of Homes: $ 154,700
Law Enforcement in Portland
Reported crimes in the Portland area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 27
Forcible rape: 310
Robbery: 1,367
Aggravated assault: 2,732
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 814
Burglary: 6,484
Larceny-theft: 29,599
Motor vehicle theft: 5,868
Arson: 384
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 7,694
Portland Location Information
Elevation: 50 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 124.7 Square Miles.
Water Area: 9.7 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Portland
West Haven 4.5 Miles
West Slope 4.6 Miles
Raleigh Hills 5.1 Miles
Garden Home-Whitford 5.5 Miles
Milwaukie 5.6 Miles
Maywood Park 6.0 Miles
Cedar Hills 6.1 Miles
Cedar Mill 6.5 Miles
Metzger 6.7 Miles
Beaverton 6.7 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Portland
(Population 100,000+)
Vancouver 8.0 Miles
Salem 43.8 Miles
Eugene 103.7 Miles
Tacoma 120.1 Miles
Seattle 145.0 Miles
Bellevue 146.1 Miles
Spokane 289.9 Miles
Boise 345.1 Miles
Reno 439.4 Miles
Sacramento 484.0 Miles
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Deciding upon the correct drug rehab in Portland, Oregon for yourself or a loved one is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. It is important that you are well educated about drug treatment options before selecting a drug rehab program in Portland, Oregon.
What is the success rate of the drug rehab program?
The typical success rate of most drug rehabs in Portland, Oregon is 2% to 20%.. There are drug rehabs with success rates as high as 75%.
What is the cost?
When seeking the most successful treatment centers in Portland, Oregon, cost can be meaningful only in the context of performance and quality of service.
Is the drug rehab center properly licensed?
Most drug rehab programs in Portland, Oregon are required to be licensed by a governing agency.
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