Drugs

Question 1

What are the main categories of drugs?

Answer 1

-Stimulants
-Depressants
-Opioids
-Hallucinogens
-Cannabinoids
-Inhalants
-Dissociatives
-Prescription Drugs
-New Psychoactive Substances
-Anabolic Steroids

Question 2

What is the purpose of stimulants?

Answer 2

Increase activity in the central nervous system, boosting energy, alertness, and attention

Question 3

What is the purpose of Depressants?

Answer 3

Slow down the central nervous system, promoting relaxation or drowsiness

Question 4

What is the purpose of Opioids?

Answer 4

Relieve pain and produce feelings of euphoria by interacting with opioid receptors in the brain

Question 5

What is the purpose of Hallucinogens

Answer 5

Alter perception, mood, and cognitive processes, leading to hallucinations or distorted sensory experiences

Question 6

What is the purpose of Cannabinoids

Answer 6

Affect the endocannabinoid system, altering mood, perception, and appetite

Question 7

What is the purpose of Inhalants?

Answer 7

Produce psychoactive effects through inhalation of volatile substances

Question 8

What is the purpose of Dissociatives?

Answer 8

Cause detachment from reality by disrupting communication in the brain

Question 9

What is the purpose of New Psychoactive Substances?

Answer 9

Synthetic alternatives to traditional drugs, often designed to mimic their effects

Question 10

What is the purpose of Anabolic Steroids?

Answer 10

Enhance physical performance or appearance by mimicking testosterone