




New Kensington, Pennsylvania
New Kensington, PA Profile
New Kensington, PA, population 14,701 , is located
in Pennsylvania's Westmoreland county,
about 15.1 miles from Pittsburgh and 98.4 miles from Akron.
In the 90's the population of New Kensington has declined by about 8%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of New Kensington has been declining at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the New Kensington area were lower than Pennsylvania's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be higher than the Pennsylvania average.
New Kensington Statistics
New Kensington Gender Information
Males in New Kensington: 6,899 (47%)
Females in New Kensington: 7,802 (53%)
As % of Population in New Kensington
Race Diversity in New Kensington
White: 88%
African American: 10%
Other/Mixed: 2%
As % of Population in New Kensington
Age Diversity in New Kensington
Median Age in New Kensington: 41.8 (Males in New Kensington: 39.7, Females in New Kensington: 44.0)
New Kensington Males Under 20: 12%
New Kensington Females Under 20: 11%
New Kensington Males 20 to 40: 11%
New Kensington Females 20 to 40: 12%
New Kensington Males 40 to 60: 13%
New Kensington Females 40 to 60: 14%
New Kensington Males Over 60: 10%
New Kensington Females Over 60: 16%
Economics in New Kensington
New Kensington Household Average Size: 2.24 people
New Kensington Median Household Income: $ 30,505
New Kensington Median Value of Homes: $ 69,700
Law Enforcement in New Kensington
Reported crimes in the New Kensington area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 1
Forcible rape: 7
Robbery: 14
Aggravated assault: 60
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 569
Burglary: 113
Larceny-theft: 329
Motor vehicle theft: 41
Arson: 4
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 3,350
New Kensington Location Information
Elevation: 960 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 4.0 Square Miles.
Water Area: 0.3 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to New Kensington
Arnold 0.7 Miles
Lower Burrell 1.2 Miles
Tarentum 2.2 Miles
Springdale 2.2 Miles
Cheswick 2.7 Miles
Brackenridge 2.9 Miles
Russellton 4.8 Miles
Plum 4.9 Miles
Oakmont 5.3 Miles
Verona 6.0 Miles
Big Cities Nearest New Kensington
(Population 100,000+)
Pittsburgh 15.1 Miles
Akron 98.4 Miles
Erie 109.1 Miles
Cleveland 119.5 Miles
Buffalo 166.6 Miles
Columbus 175.8 Miles
Arlington 183.9 Miles
Washington 185.7 Miles
Baltimore 189.2 Miles
Alexandria 189.3 Miles
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Facts
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Drug Overdose
A drug overdose occurs when you consume more drugs than your body can tolerate. Drug users are constantly flirting with the risk of a drug overdose. There is a
fine line between the high they're seeking and serious injury or death. While many victims of drug overdose recover without long term effects, there
can be serious consequences. Some drug overdoses cause the failure of major
organs like the kidneys or liver, or failure of whole systems like the
respiratory or circulatory systems. Patients who survive drug overdose may need
kidney dialysis, kidney or liver transplant, or ongoing care as a result of
heart failure, stroke, or coma. Death can occur in almost any drug overdose
situation, particularly if treatment is not started immediately.
Abstinence
Abstinence is the act or practice of refraining from indulging a desire. The type of abstinence we are referring to here is abstinence from drugs and alcohol. This term has two connotations when it comes to abstaining from drugs. The first refers to drug or alcohol treatment programs that aim to help an individual stop using drugs or alcohol for the rest of their lives. The time abstinence is also used in drug education and prevention. It refers to trying to stop children from ever using drugs.
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.
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.
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.
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