




Westport, South Dakota
Westport, SD Profile
Westport, SD, population 125 , is located
in South Dakota's Brown county,
about 170.0 miles from Sioux Falls and 258.7 miles from Minneapolis.
In the 90's the population of Westport has grown by about 12%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Westport has been declining at an annual rate of 1.0 percent.
Westport Statistics
Westport Gender Information
Males in Westport: 62 (50%)
Females in Westport: 63 (50%)
As % of Population in Westport
Race Diversity in Westport
White: 100%
As % of Population in Westport
Age Diversity in Westport
Median Age in Westport: 35.5 (Males in Westport: 33.0, Females in Westport: 39.5)
Westport Males Under 20: 18%
Westport Females Under 20: 13%
Westport Males 20 to 40: 14%
Westport Females 20 to 40: 13%
Westport Males 40 to 60: 13%
Westport Females 40 to 60: 15%
Westport Males Over 60: 5%
Westport Females Over 60: 10%
Economics in Westport
Westport Household Average Size: 2.6 people
Westport Median Household Income: $ 37,292
Westport Median Value of Homes: $ 28,800
Westport Location Information
Elevation: 1,320 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 0.3 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Westport
Columbia 9.3 Miles
Frederick 12.7 Miles
Aberdeen 12.7 Miles
Wetonka 13.2 Miles
Leola 22.0 Miles
Warner 22.3 Miles
Hecla 23.2 Miles
Claremont 23.3 Miles
Groton 23.8 Miles
Ellendale 24.5 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Westport
(Population 100,000+)
Sioux Falls 170.0 Miles
Minneapolis 258.7 Miles
St Paul 267.3 Miles
Omaha 329.7 Miles
Lincoln 347.8 Miles
Des Moines 371.7 Miles
Cedar Rapids 424.4 Miles
Topeka 478.7 Miles
Ft Collins 482.7 Miles
Madison 483.4 Miles
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Facts
An estimated 4 in 10 women committing violence were perceived by the victim as being under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs at the time of the crime. SAR (structure activity relationship) = the relationship between the chemical structure of a psychoactive compound to its strength and/or effects Ecstasy or MDMA (methylenedioxymethamphetamine) is a stimulant that combines the properties of methamphetamine or "speed" with mind-altering or hallucinogenic properties. Considered the most commonly used designer drug, Ecstasy is a close derivative of methamphetamine and can be described as a hallucinogenic stimulant. Designer drugs are illicit variations of other drugs. Because of many different recipes used to manufacture Ecstasy, deaths have been caused by some other substances inadvertently created during production, such as PMA (paramethamphetamine). Ecstasy is illegal, and is classified as a Schedule 1 Controlled Substance. Known on the street as Adam, XTC, Clarity, Essence, Stacy, Lover's Speed, Eve, etc., Ecstasy is most often found in tablet, capsule, or powder form and is usually consumed orally, although it can also be injected. Ecstasy is sometimes packaged in capsules or generic tablets to imitate prescription drugs with the average dose costing anywhere from $7 to $30 per pill. Ecstasy can be combined with methadone, LSD, opiates such as heroin or Fentanyl, or strong anesthetics such as Ketamine. Commonly used opioids include oxycodone (OxyContin), propoxyphene (Darvon), hydrocodone (Vicodin), hydromorphone (Dilaudid), meperidine (Demerol), and diphenoxylate (Lomotil). Common central nervous system depressants include barbiturates such as pentobarbital sodium (Nembutal), and benzodiazepines such as diazepam (Valium) and alprazolam (Xanax). Stimulants include dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine) and methylphenidate (Ritalin). |
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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