




Follansbee, West Virginia
Follansbee, WV Profile
Follansbee, WV, population 3,115 , is located
in West Virginia's Brooke county,
about 32.6 miles from Pittsburgh and 71.1 miles from Akron.
In the 90's the population of Follansbee has declined by about 7%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Follansbee has been declining at an annual rate of 1.2 percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Follansbee area were lower than West Virginia's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the West Virginia average.
Follansbee Statistics
Follansbee Gender Information
Males in Follansbee: 1,476 (47%)
Females in Follansbee: 1,639 (53%)
As % of Population in Follansbee
Race Diversity in Follansbee
White: 99%
Other/Mixed: 1%
As % of Population in Follansbee
Age Diversity in Follansbee
Median Age in Follansbee: 42.8 (Males in Follansbee: 41.2, Females in Follansbee: 44.5)
Follansbee Males Under 20: 12%
Follansbee Females Under 20: 12%
Follansbee Males 20 to 40: 11%
Follansbee Females 20 to 40: 11%
Follansbee Males 40 to 60: 14%
Follansbee Females 40 to 60: 14%
Follansbee Males Over 60: 10%
Follansbee Females Over 60: 15%
Economics in Follansbee
Follansbee Household Average Size: 2.32 people
Follansbee Median Household Income: $ 30,818
Follansbee Median Value of Homes: $ 66,200
Law Enforcement in Follansbee
Reported crimes in the Follansbee area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 0
Forcible rape: 0
Robbery: 1
Aggravated assault: 3
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 131
Burglary: 10
Larceny-theft: 20
Motor vehicle theft: 3
Arson: 0
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 1,081
Follansbee Location Information
Elevation: 700 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 1.7 Square Miles.
Water Area: 0.3 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Follansbee
Mingo Junction 0.8 Miles
Hooverson Heights 1.0 Miles
Steubenville 3.5 Miles
Wellsburg 3.9 Miles
New Alexandria 5.1 Miles
Weirton 6.3 Miles
Wintersville 6.6 Miles
Beech Bottom 7.6 Miles
Bethany 8.7 Miles
Toronto 9.5 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Follansbee
(Population 100,000+)
Pittsburgh 32.6 Miles
Akron 71.1 Miles
Cleveland 99.4 Miles
Erie 127.4 Miles
Columbus 129.5 Miles
Toledo 180.0 Miles
Detroit 188.1 Miles
Dayton 194.4 Miles
Warren 195.0 Miles
Buffalo 198.0 Miles
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Facts
Methamphetamine: Meth is a stimulant that is extremely addicting, drastically changes the brain, and causes irreversible brain damage. Chronic abusers tend to have emotional and memory problems, as well. In 2004, it was one of the more popular drugs among high school students with over 6% of seniors using it in their lifetime. Rates of use for seniors, however, have declined every year since, with a 2.8% use rate for seniors in 2008. 8 to 12 hours after the last drink or reduced drinking, delirium tremens (D.Ts) begin about three to four days when the early withdrawal begins to improve. The person has no more seizures but becomes extremely agitated, hallucinates, does not eat, drink or sleep and becomes psychotic, i.e., loses all touch with reality. Attempting to treat D.Ts. without hospitalization is not advised. Fortunately, D.T.s does not occur often but once a person develops them, they are more likely to do so again unless they cease drinking. Alcohol treatment centers, like drug rehabilitation centers, should be residential and provide several distinct treatment services. Not all addiction treatment centers are the same so it is important to investigate the different philosophies presented by each, as well as the capability of each one to provide quality treatment. Finding a treatment program for alcoholism that focuses on individualized treatment and follow-up care is proven to be the most valuable to sustainable long-term recovery. In 2000, Americans spent an estimated $36 billion on cocaine, $11 billion on marijuana, $10 billion on heroin, $5.4 billion on methamphetamine, and $2.4 billion on other illegal substances. Projected estimates indicate that approximately 260 metric tons of cocaine and 13.3 metric tons of heroin were consumed by U.S. drug users during 2000. |
Dependence
Dependence is the compulsive use of a substance despite negative consequences which can be severe; drug dependence is simply excessive use of a drug or use of a drug for purposes for which it was not medically intended. Physical dependence on a substance (needing a drug to function) is not necessary or sufficient to define addiction. There are some substances that don't cause addiction but do cause physical dependence (for example, some blood pressure medications) and substances that cause addiction but not classic physical dependence (cocaine withdrawal, for example, it does not have symptoms like vomiting and chills; it is mainly characterized by depression).
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.
Addiction Treatment
Addiction treatment is needed when an individual finds that they have developed a drug or alcohol addiction which they are not able to successful end on their own. With the help of addiction treatment, addicted individual can get help to control their drug taking behavior and live happy and successful lives. There are several addiction treatment options available for drug and alcohol addiction. Some of these options include self-help groups, counseling, drug rehabilitation programs (in and out-patient), and residential treatment facilities. Each of these differ
in their aims and outcomes and elements of these addiction treatment options are often
combined.
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.
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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