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Boston University
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SAR PT 610 | Health Promotion and Wellness
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2024
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HEALTH 9 Types of Drugs or Substances that are Abused 1. Stimulants  Stimulants are also referred to as “uppers” are psychoactive drugs that stimulate the central nervous system. They increase energy, alertness, and attention. These substances are prescribed by doctors for medical purposes such as treatment of neurological disorders, asthma, respiratory ailments, mild depression, overweight, chronic sleep disorder, and aother diseases. Examples of Stimulants a. Cocaine – It is a powerful stimulant made from the leaves of the coca plant. b. Methamphetamine – This is a substance that strongly stimulates the central nervous system. 2. Depressants  These are anti-psychotic drugs that depress the central nervous system. These substances slow down brain activity. They are also called “downers”. These substances are used for treating anxiety and sleep disorders creating relaxation, drowsiness and sleepiness. Types of Depressants a. Tranquilizers – mild effects used for anxiety b. Barbiturates – more potent depressants used for sleep disorders and seizures c. Hypnotics – the strongest of the depressants 3. Narcotics These are substances, also known as “pain killers” , are drugs that slow down the central nervous system and are often prescribed by physicians as analgesics or drugs that relieve pain, used as a cough suppressants, and used to treat diarrhea. Types of Narcotics a. Opium- It is made of from the seedpod of the poppy plants which produces euphoric effects or unconsciousness lasting for hours. b. Morphine – It is a widely-used painkiller derived from opium. It is often used after surgery or for cancer cases. c. Heroin – heroin was initially developed from morphine as a treatment for tuberculosis and cure morphine addiction. d. Hallucinogens – these are psychedelic drugs that interfere with our senses, alter perception and cause hallucinations. Examples of Hallucinogens  HEALTH 9  a. Lysergic Acid Diethylamide (LSD) – It is one of the most powerful mood changing chemicals. It may cause strong mood swings that range from joy to depression. b. Phencyclidine (PCP), Ketamine and Mescaline – these are used as an anesthetic for surgery. This drug can also create delusions, paranoia, disordered thinking, and extreme anxiety. 4. Inhalants These are chemicals that produce vapor, affecting mood and behavior when inhaled. Non-medical inhalants are uncontrolled drugs. Examples of Inhalants a. Rugby b. Nail polish remover c. Gasoline d. Nitrous oxide/ laughing gas e. Furniture polish (Varnish)

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