




Brownsville, Wisconsin
Brownsville, WI Profile
Brownsville, WI, population 570 , is located
in Wisconsin's Dodge county,
about 49.6 miles from Milwaukee and 59.2 miles from Madison.
In the 90's the population of Brownsville has grown by about 37%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Brownsville has been declining at an annual rate of less than one percent.
Brownsville Statistics
Brownsville Gender Information
Males in Brownsville: 291 (51%)
Females in Brownsville: 279 (49%)
As % of Population in Brownsville
Race Diversity in Brownsville
White: 99%
Other/Mixed: 1%
As % of Population in Brownsville
Age Diversity in Brownsville
Median Age in Brownsville: 36.1 (Males in Brownsville: 34.3, Females in Brownsville: 37.1)
Brownsville Males Under 20: 16%
Brownsville Females Under 20: 14%
Brownsville Males 20 to 40: 16%
Brownsville Females 20 to 40: 14%
Brownsville Males 40 to 60: 12%
Brownsville Females 40 to 60: 12%
Brownsville Males Over 60: 8%
Brownsville Females Over 60: 9%
Economics in Brownsville
Brownsville Household Average Size: 2.73 people
Brownsville Median Household Income: $ 62,679
Brownsville Median Value of Homes: $ 123,500
Brownsville Location Information
Elevation: 1,000 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 0.2 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Brownsville
Lomira 2.9 Miles
Oakfield 5.6 Miles
Kekoskee 6.9 Miles
Theresa 7.1 Miles
Eden 8.4 Miles
Mayville 8.9 Miles
Campbellsport 10.7 Miles
Fond du Lac 11.1 Miles
Waupun 12.0 Miles
Horicon 13.4 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Brownsville
(Population 100,000+)
Milwaukee 49.6 Miles
Madison 59.2 Miles
Green Bay 66.7 Miles
Rockford 97.9 Miles
Naperville 127.8 Miles
Aurora 128.7 Miles
Chicago 129.4 Miles
Joliet 146.1 Miles
Grand Rapids 149.1 Miles
Gary 151.6 Miles
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Facts
Indicators used to produce the Drug Abuse Warning Network (DAWN) study show that the abuse of OxyCondone, the active ingredient in the pain medication OxyContin has increased greatly in recent years. The numbers of Oxycodone emergency department mentions increased from 3,369 in the first half of 1999 to 5,261 in the first half of 2000. The total number of emergency department mentions from oxycodone in 1999 (6,429) was up from 3,190 mentions in 1996. What does matter tremendously is whether or not a drug causes what we now know to be the essence of addiction: uncontrollable, compulsive drug seeking and use, even in the face of negative health and social consequences. This is the crux of how many professional organizations all define addiction, and how we all should use the term. It is really only this expression of addiction - uncontrollable, compulsive craving, seeking and use of drugs - that matters to the addict and to his or her family, and that should matter to society as a whole. These are the elements responsible for the massive health and social problems caused by drug addiction. Sixty Five percent of cocaine enters the United States through Mexico, and the vast majority of the rest enters through Florida. Both desirable and undesirable mental effects are experienced as a result of ecstasy use. Naturally, someone taking ecstasy is looking for the desirable effects, which include feelings of elation, openness, comfort, affection or arousal, self-confidence, and seemingly endless energy and endurance to dance the night away. There have also been reports of sharpened senses and mental clarity, feelings of floating, and hallucinations (which for some is an undesirable effect). However, the same mechanism associated with the desirable effects of ecstasy use is also associated with the undesirable effects. |
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).
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.
Drug Side Effects
Drug addiction and abuse comes with a heavy price. There are drastic drug side effects associated with drug misuse and abuse. Drug side effects from legal and illegal drugs can range from mild itching to comas and death. In addition to the physical drug side effects mentioned, there are many psychological drug side effects of drug abuse; the most serious being drug addiction and overdose.
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.
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.
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