



South Williamsport, Pennsylvania
South Williamsport, PA Profile
South Williamsport, PA, population 6,412 , is located
in Pennsylvania's Lycoming county,
about 89.9 miles from Allentown and 130.9 miles from Philadelphia.
In the 90's the population of South Williamsport has declined by about 1%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of South Williamsport has been declining at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the South Williamsport area were lower than Pennsylvania's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the Pennsylvania average.
South Williamsport Statistics
South Williamsport Gender Information
Males in South Williamsport: 3,125 (49%)
Females in South Williamsport: 3,287 (51%)
As % of Population in South Williamsport
Race Diversity in South Williamsport
White: 99%
Other/Mixed: 1%
As % of Population in South Williamsport
Age Diversity in South Williamsport
Median Age in South Williamsport: 39.0 (Males in South Williamsport: 37.1, Females in South Williamsport: 40.5)
South Williamsport Males Under 20: 14%
South Williamsport Females Under 20: 12%
South Williamsport Males 20 to 40: 13%
South Williamsport Females 20 to 40: 13%
South Williamsport Males 40 to 60: 13%
South Williamsport Females 40 to 60: 13%
South Williamsport Males Over 60: 10%
South Williamsport Females Over 60: 13%
Economics in South Williamsport
South Williamsport Household Average Size: 2.33 people
South Williamsport Median Household Income: $ 34,018
South Williamsport Median Value of Homes: $ 75,500
Law Enforcement in South Williamsport
Reported crimes in the South Williamsport area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 1
Forcible rape: 0
Robbery: 0
Aggravated assault: 10
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 175
Burglary: 6
Larceny-theft: 89
Motor vehicle theft: 7
Arson: 0
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 1,621
South Williamsport Location Information
Elevation: 520 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 1.9 Square Miles.
Water Area: 0.2 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to South Williamsport
Williamsport 0.6 Miles
Duboistown 2.1 Miles
Garden View 2.9 Miles
Montoursville 4.4 Miles
Montgomery 7.7 Miles
Muncy 11.3 Miles
Salladasburg 12.2 Miles
Watsontown 12.4 Miles
Jersey Shore 14.0 Miles
Hughesville 14.3 Miles
Big Cities Nearest South Williamsport
(Population 100,000+)
Allentown 89.9 Miles
Philadelphia 130.9 Miles
Syracuse 133.0 Miles
Baltimore 135.8 Miles
Rochester 136.7 Miles
Paterson 149.0 Miles
Buffalo 149.7 Miles
Elizabeth 150.9 Miles
Newark 151.5 Miles
Jersey City 156.5 Miles
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Facts
Cross-Tolerance and Cross-Dependence: The term acquired tolerance is applied to tolerance developing to the actions of the same drug that has been administered repeatedly. However, if a seconddrug has actions similar to those of the first, an individual who becomes tolerant to the first drug is usually also tolerant to the second drug, even on the first occasion when the latter is used. This phenomenon is called cross-tolerance, and it may be partial or complete—it may extend to all the effects of the seconddrug, or only to some of them. The adaptive changes in the nervous system that give rise to acquired tolerance are believed by most researchers (though not all) to be responsible also for the development of physical dependence. Thus, an adaptive change in cell function, opposite in direction to the effect of the drug, will offset the latter when the drug is present (tolerance), but will give rise to a withdrawal sign or symptom when the drug is removed. The term neuroadaptive state has been proposed to designate all the physiological changes underlying the development of tolerance and physical dependence. If the second drug, to which cross-tolerance is present, is given during withdrawal from the first, it can prevent or suppress the withdrawal effect; this is known as cross-dependence. A related concept is that of transfer of dependence, from a first drug on which a person has become dependent to a second drug with similar effects, that has been given therapeutically to relieve the withdrawal signs produced by the first. 90% of cocaine users smoked cigarettes, drank alcohol, or used marijuana before trying cocaine. Approximately 1 out of every 139 licensed drivers in the United States, or 1.46 million people, is arrested annually for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Of the 41,624 tons of opium produced worldwide, Southeast Asia produced 2 tons; Southwest Asia (Turkey, Iran, India, Afghanistan) 6,258 tons; and China 35,364 tons. |
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.
Intervention
An intervention is when a group of loved ones and/or a trained intervention counselor meets with the person in need of help for the purpose of breaking down their denial and motivating them to immediately seek drug addiction treatment. Often, individuals in the midst of drug addiction engage in a variety of self destructive behaviors. Although baffling to friends and family members such people generally either aren't aware on a conscious level that they have a drug addiction problem, or even when they know they have a problem they may cling to the false belief that the problem will somehow go away without any outside help. When an intervention is held a moment of clarity is created
for the addict. Most people struggling with the problem of drug or alcohol
addiction will accept help the very day of the intervention.
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.
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.
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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