BIOLOGICAL BASES OF BEHAVIOR
BIOLOGY OF CONSCIOUSNESS
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Shannon is taking a tranquilizer drug prescribed by her doctor to reduce anxiety. The doctor told her to never take this drug with alcohol because it can be lethal. What type of drug is Shannon taking?
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MDMA
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meth
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opiate
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barbiturate
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Tranquilizers are prescribed for anxiety, acute stress reactions, and panic attacks. Commonly known medications include Xanax, Valium, Klonopin and Ativan.
Detailed explanation-2: -Prescription tranquilizers are often prescribed for anxiety relief or to relieve muscle spasms. These include benzodiazepine drugs such as alprazolam (e.g., Xanax®), muscle relaxants such as Soma®, and other prescription tranquilizers.
Detailed explanation-3: -They slow down brain activity and can help you feel more relaxed and calm. Doctors often prescribe sedatives to treat sleep disorders and anxiety. They’re also used for general anesthesia. In some cases, these drugs can cause euphoria.
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