




Salem, Virginia
Salem, VA Profile
Salem, VA, population 24,747 , is located
in Virginia's Salem (city) county,
about 83.2 miles from Salem">Winston-Salem and 85.7 miles from Greensboro.
In the 90's the population of Salem has grown by about 4%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Salem has been declining at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Salem area were lower than Virginia's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the Virginia average.
Salem Statistics
Salem Gender Information
Males in Salem: 11,677 (47%)
Females in Salem: 13,070 (53%)
As % of Population in Salem
Race Diversity in Salem
White: 92%
African American: 6%
Asian: 1%
Other/Mixed: 1%
As % of Population in Salem
Age Diversity in Salem
Median Age in Salem: 39.2 (Males in Salem: 37.4, Females in Salem: 40.7)
Salem Males Under 20: 13%
Salem Females Under 20: 13%
Salem Males 20 to 40: 13%
Salem Females 20 to 40: 13%
Salem Males 40 to 60: 13%
Salem Females 40 to 60: 14%
Salem Males Over 60: 9%
Salem Females Over 60: 13%
Economics in Salem
Salem Household Average Size: 2.32 people
Salem Median Household Income: $ 38,997
Salem Median Value of Homes: $ 99,200
Law Enforcement in Salem
Reported crimes in the Salem area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 1
Forcible rape: 6
Robbery: 10
Aggravated assault: 17
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 135
Burglary: 65
Larceny-theft: 568
Motor vehicle theft: 37
Arson: 5
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 2,664
Salem Location Information
Elevation: 1,060 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 14.6 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Salem
Cave Spring 5.1 Miles
Roanoke 6.4 Miles
Hollins 7.0 Miles
Vinton 8.7 Miles
Cloverdale 9.6 Miles
Elliston-Lafayette 11.1 Miles
Daleville 11.2 Miles
Laymantown 11.9 Miles
Troutville 13.1 Miles
Boones Mill 13.4 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Salem
(Population 100,000+)
Salem">Winston- Salem 83.2 Miles
Greensboro 85.7 Miles
Durham 110.4 Miles
Raleigh 131.4 Miles
Richmond 143.6 Miles
Charlotte 149.5 Miles
Fayetteville 168.3 Miles
Alexandria 194.3 Miles
Arlington 195.8 Miles
Washington 198.1 Miles
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Facts
The symptoms of substance abuse may be related to its social effects as well as its physical effects. The social effects of substance abuse may include dropping out of school or losing a series of jobs, engaging in fighting and violence in relationships, and legal problems (ranging from driving under the influence to the commission of crimes designed to obtain the money needed to support an expensive drug habit). Underage drinkers account for 11 percent of all the alcohol consumed in the U.S., according to a new report released by The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University. In Australia, lowering the drinking age was associated with an increase of 20% to 25% in cases of male delinquency. In 1992, the overall cost of drug abuse to society was approximately $102 billion. The projected overall cost reached $160.7 billion in 2000. |
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.
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.
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.
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.
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