Drugs and their effects (1.3b) Flashcards
Drugs that reduce neural activity and slow body functions
Depressants
the diminishing effect with regular use of the same dosage of a drug, requiring the user to take higher doses to have the same effect
tolerance
the discomfort and distress that follow discontinuing an addictive drug or behaivor
withdrawl
drugs that depress central nervous system activity, reducing anxiety but impairing memory and judgement
barbiturates
drugs that excite neural activity and speed up body functions.
stimulants
psychedelic drugs that distort perceptions and evoke sensory images in the absence of sensory input
hallucinogens
Depressant
+ Initial high followed by relaxation and disinhibition
- Depression, memory loss, impaired reactions, organ damage
Alcohol
Depressant
+ Rush of euphoria, relief from pain
- Depressed physiology, loss of natural endorphin function
Heroin
Stimulant
+ Increased alertness and wakefulness
- Anxiety, restlessness, and insomnia
Caffine
Stimulant
+ Arousal and relaxation, sense of well being
- Heart disease, cancer
Nicotine
Stimulant
+ Rush of euphoria, confidence, energy
- Cardiovascular stress, suspiciousness, depressive crash
Cocaine
Stimulant
+ Euphoria, alertness, energy
- Irritability, insomnia, hypertension, seizures
Methamphetamine
Stimulant; mild hallucinogen
+ Emotional elevation, disinhibition
- Dehydration, overheating, Depressed mood, impaired cognitive and immune functioning
Ecstasy
Hallucinogen
+ Visual “trip”
- risk of panic
LSD
Mild Hallucinogen
+ Enhanced sensation, relief of pain, distortion of time, relaxation
- Impaired learning and memory, increased risk of psychological disorders
Marijuana
