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Drugs and Consciousness. Psychoactive Drugs Definition-drugs that alter a person’s mood perception, and behavior. Definition-drugs that alter a person’s

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Drugs and Consciousnes

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Psychoactive Drugs

Definition-drugs that alter a person’s mood perception, and behavior.

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Depressant

Depressant-relaxes body: impairs memory and judgment.

Examples:?????

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Examples of Depressant: Alcohol, morphine, heroine

ALL HIGHLY ADDICTIVE!

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Stimulants

Stimulants- increase energy and alertness

Other Examples: Cocaine (depression and cardiovascular stress), Caffeine, and Amphetamines, Ecstasy (dehydration and depression, cognitive functioning)

-cause increase in confidence and energy

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Hallucinogens

Hallucinogens- causes hallucinations and distorts perception.

Example: Marijuana, LSD