Consciousness: Drugs Flashcards
Alcohol, barbiturates, and opiates are all in a class of drugs called __________.
depressants
What withdrawal symptoms should your friend expect when quitting smoking?
strong cravings, insomnia, anxiety, irritability, and distractibility
psychoactive drug
a chemical substance that alters perceptions and moods
substance use disorder
a disorder characterized by continued substance craving and use despite significant life disruption and/or physical risk.
tolerance
the diminishing effect with regular use of the same dose
depressants
Slows bodily function and neural activity
alcohol use disorder
alcohol use marked by tolerance, withdrawal, and a drive to continue problematic use.
barbiturates
depresses central nervous system activity, reducing anxiety but impairing memory and judgment
opiates
depress neural activity, temporarily lessening pain and anxiety.
amphetamines
causing accelerated body functions and associated energy and mood changes.
LSD
a powerful hallucinogenic drug; also known as acid
THC
Major active ingredient of marijuana
