Psychoactive drugs
chemicals that affect the central nervous system and alter activity in the brain
What are the four main groups of psychoactive drugs?
stimulants, depressants, opiates, and hallucinogen
What is a club drug?
a drug commonly found at concerts, dance clubs, and raves.
designer drugs
synthetic drugs that are made to imitate the effects of other drugs
Hallucinogens
drugs that alter moods, thoughts, and sense perceptions, including vision, hearing, smell, and touch
euphoria
a feeling of intense well-being or elation
depressants
drugs that tend to slow the central nervous system
stimulents
drugs that speed up the central nervous system
What are some everyday legal stimulants?
coffee, tea, cola, and power drinks
Do hallucinogens have any medical use?
no
opiates
drugs such as those derived from the opium plant that are obtainable only by prescription and used to relieve pain
Why do pharmacists keep record of all opiate sales?
Because they are highly addictive, and when misused, are very dangerous.
What are the seven categories of drugs?
i. Hallucinogen
ii. Marijuana
iii. Inhalants
iv. Anabolic Steroids
v. Snorting
vi. Stimulants
vii. Depressants