AP PSYCHOLOGY

STATES OF CONSCIOUSNESS

PSYCHOACTIVE DRUGS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
(Adverse Effects) Anxiety, restlessness and insomnia in high doses; uncomfortable withdrawal
A
caffeine
B
methamphetamine
C
cocaine
D
nicotine
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Caffeine withdrawal can cause several symptoms, such as headache, anxiety, irritability, and low energy levels. Gradually reducing your intake, staying hydrated, and getting enough sleep can help. Caffeine is the world’s most commonly consumed psychoactive substance ( 1 ).

Detailed explanation-2: -Insomnia It may be hard to believe it, but Dr. Raden says insomnia is one of the most common symptoms of caffeine withdrawal. “Ironically, cutting down on caffeine too quickly can disrupt sleep the same way consuming too much caffeine does, ” he says. “It may take a week or two for your sleep cycle to reset itself.”

Detailed explanation-3: -The researchers identified five clusters of common withdrawal symptoms: headache; fatigue or drowsiness; dysphoric mood including depression and irritability; difficulty concentrating; and flu-like symptoms of nausea, vomiting and muscle pain or stiffness.

Detailed explanation-4: -Laboratory studies have demonstrated that caffeine consumption may be associated with insomnia symptoms, especially in individuals who report higher baseline anxiety levels.

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