States Of Consciousness: Psychoactive Drugs Flashcards

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Psychoactive drugs

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Any chemical when ingested, effects a change in the activity of the CNS and corresponding sensory and perceptual experiences

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Agonists

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Chemicals which enhance the affects of neurotransmitters

Impacts ns

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Antagonist

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Chemicals which in habit or block the affects of a neurotransmitter (Botox ) aka blocks sensation of muscle

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Addiction (dependence)

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Chronic, involuntary drug use marked by tolerance and withdrawal

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Tolerance

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The body begins to get used to a drug, consequently needing to take more in order to experience the same effect

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Withdrawal

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Once addicted to a substance, abstinence from the drug for period of time results in the experience of withdrawal involving feelings of discomfort and distress

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Abuse

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Chronic voluntary, not marked by tolerance or withdrawal but leads to personal distress and impaired functioning

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Depressants

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Chemicals which slow down the activity of the CNS 
Effects includes: 
Lower inhibitions
Slower processing 
Impaired memory and judgment 
Ex. Alcohol, barbiturates,
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Stimulants

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Chemicals which speed up the Activity of the CNS
Ex. Amphetamines 
Cocaine 
caffeine 
nicotine
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Narcotics

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Chemicals which blocks sensation of pain

Ex. Opioid, heroin

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Hallucinogens

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Chemicals which distort sensory experience
And blend (synesthesia) sensory experience
Ex. LSD
Marijuana
THC

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4 categories of substance use

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Hallucinations
Stimulants
Depressants
Narcotics

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