




Ford City, Pennsylvania
Ford City, PA Profile
Ford City, PA, population 3,451 , is located
in Pennsylvania's Armstrong county,
about 33.5 miles from Pittsburgh and 98.2 miles from Erie.
In the 90's the population of Ford City has grown by about 1%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Ford City has been declining at an annual rate of 1.0 percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Ford City area were lower than Pennsylvania's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the Pennsylvania average.
Ford City Statistics
Ford City Gender Information
Males in Ford City: 1,580 (46%)
Females in Ford City: 1,871 (54%)
As % of Population in Ford City
Race Diversity in Ford City
White: 94%
African American: 4%
Other/Mixed: 2%
As % of Population in Ford City
Age Diversity in Ford City
Median Age in Ford City: 41.8 (Males in Ford City: 39.1, Females in Ford City: 44.5)
Ford City Males Under 20: 12%
Ford City Females Under 20: 12%
Ford City Males 20 to 40: 12%
Ford City Females 20 to 40: 12%
Ford City Males 40 to 60: 11%
Ford City Females 40 to 60: 13%
Ford City Males Over 60: 11%
Ford City Females Over 60: 18%
Economics in Ford City
Ford City Household Average Size: 2.17 people
Ford City Median Household Income: $ 24,457
Ford City Median Value of Homes: $ 47,700
Law Enforcement in Ford City
Reported crimes in the Ford City area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 1
Forcible rape: 0
Robbery: 0
Aggravated assault: 7
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 237
Burglary: 5
Larceny-theft: 67
Motor vehicle theft: 1
Arson: 0
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 2,164
Ford City Location Information
Elevation: 794 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 0.7 Square Miles.
Water Area: 0.1 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Ford City
Lenape Heights 0.7 Miles
Ford Cliff 0.9 Miles
Manorville 1.2 Miles
Applewold 2.6 Miles
West Kittanning 2.6 Miles
Kittanning 3.1 Miles
West Hills 3.7 Miles
Worthington 7.0 Miles
Hyde Park 10.2 Miles
Freeport 10.6 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Ford City
(Population 100,000+)
Pittsburgh 33.5 Miles
Erie 98.2 Miles
Akron 106.1 Miles
Cleveland 123.5 Miles
Buffalo 150.0 Miles
Arlington 183.9 Miles
Baltimore 185.4 Miles
Washington 185.4 Miles
Alexandria 189.5 Miles
Columbus 191.2 Miles
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Facts
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Tolerance
Tolerance to a drug takes place when an individual is exposed to the same drug repeatedly and begins to build up an resistance to the drugs effects. The body then adapts and develops a tolerance for the drug. The addiction that is produced is so powerful that it creates cravings in the user. These cravings for the drug are the result of its impact on the individual's memory with feelings of pleasantness and euphoria which the individual has come to associate with the taking of the drug.
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).
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.
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.
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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