




Kershaw, South Carolina
Kershaw, SC Profile
Kershaw, SC, population 1,645 , is located
in South Carolina's Lancaster county,
about 46.0 miles from Columbia and 49.0 miles from Charlotte.
In the 90's the population of Kershaw has declined by about 9%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Kershaw has been declining at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Kershaw Statistics
Kershaw Gender Information
Males in Kershaw: 764 (46%)
Females in Kershaw: 881 (54%)
As % of Population in Kershaw
Race Diversity in Kershaw
White: 76%
African American: 23%
Other/Mixed: 1%
As % of Population in Kershaw
Age Diversity in Kershaw
Median Age in Kershaw: 41.5 (Males in Kershaw: 39.0, Females in Kershaw: 44.0)
Kershaw Males Under 20: 13%
Kershaw Females Under 20: 13%
Kershaw Males 20 to 40: 11%
Kershaw Females 20 to 40: 10%
Kershaw Males 40 to 60: 12%
Kershaw Females 40 to 60: 13%
Kershaw Males Over 60: 10%
Kershaw Females Over 60: 17%
Economics in Kershaw
Kershaw Household Average Size: 2.38 people
Kershaw Median Household Income: $ 36,065
Kershaw Median Value of Homes: $ 65,200
Kershaw Location Information
Elevation: 522 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 1.9 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Kershaw
Heath Springs 6.0 Miles
Elgin 11.4 Miles
Jefferson 13.0 Miles
Springdale (Lancaster County) 14.9 Miles
Lancaster 15.8 Miles
Lancaster Mill 16.2 Miles
Bethune 16.4 Miles
Irwin 16.8 Miles
Great Falls 18.2 Miles
Pageland 18.8 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Kershaw
(Population 100,000+)
Columbia 46.0 Miles
Charlotte 49.0 Miles
Fayetteville 102.9 Miles
Winston-Salem 108.8 Miles
Augusta 109.3 Miles
Greensboro 114.3 Miles
Durham 137.9 Miles
Raleigh 138.6 Miles
Athens 164.9 Miles
Savannah 173.3 Miles
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Facts
Peer relationships. Youth who use alcohol and other drugs may be alienated from and stigmatized by their peers. They often disengage from school and community activities because of their substance abuse, depriving their peers and communities of the positive contributions they might otherwise make. Perceived risk and disapproval of cocaine and crack use both decreased during the 1990s at all three grade levels. The 1999 NHSDA found the highest rate of monthly cocaine use was for those aged 18–25 at 1.7%, an increase from 1.2% in 1997. Rates declined between 1996 and 1998 for ages 26–34, while rates slightly increased for the 12–17 and 35+ age groups. Studies also show people are experimenting with cocaine at younger ages. NHSDA found a steady decline in the mean age of first use from 23.6 years in 1992 to 20.6 years in 1998. Neuron: A nerve cell in the brain. Ethyl alcohol, or ethanol, is the most commonly used drug in the world. Pharmacologically, alcohol is classified as a central nervous system depressant. Like other depressants, in small doses alcohol slows heart rate and respiration, decreases muscular coordination and energy, dulls the senses, and lowers inhibitions—resulting in feelings of relaxation and greater sociability. Large amounts of alcohol can result in depression of the various body systems, resulting in coma or death. The immediate physical effects of alcohol depend on the amount and frequency of drinking, while the mental and emotional effects are influenced by the mood of the drinker and the setting in which drinking takes place. Two physical effects resulting from prolonged, heavy alcohol use include tolerance and withdrawal. Alcohol tolerance refers to the need for increased amounts of alcohol to achieve the same level of intoxication. For example, five or six drinks may be needed to achieve the same effects produced by one or two drinks when the individual first began drinking. Alcohol withdrawal, on the other hand, refers to a number of physical and psychological reactions an individual experiences when significantly reducing or stopping prolonged heavy drinking. Symptoms of withdrawal include nausea, vomiting, anxiety, and hand tremors. An interaction of biological, psychological, and environmental factors come into play in the development of drinking behaviors and problems. For example, some individuals may be genetically predisposed to alcohol problems, but whether or not they actually experience negative alcohol consequences will also depend upon their immediate social and physical surroundings, such as family drinking patterns and alcohol availability, as well as their drinking habits. |
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.
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.
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.
Therapeutic Community
An effective therapeutic community attends to the many needs of the individual, not just his or her drug use. Care given at a therapeutic community addresses the individual's drug use and associated medical, psychological, social, vocational, and legal problems. Also, a therapeutic community will continue to be flexible and provide ongoing assessments of the individual's needs, which may change during the course of care.
Remaining in care at a therapeutic community for an adequate period of time is critical for treatment effectiveness. The time depends on an individual's needs. For most people, the significant improvement is reached at about 3 months in treatment.
Addict
An addict is an individual who has a compulsive urge to use drugs, to the point where they feel they have no effective choice but to continue use. An addict will continue their self destructive behaviors in order to feel good or to avoid
feeling bad. It can dominate their mind, and keep them coming back for more. The addiction can be
different for each addict, depending on their vice and the kind of person they
are.
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