THE PSYCHOLOGY OF EMOTIONS
STATES OF CONSCIOUSNESS
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Question
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Drugs that calm neural activity and slow body functions ____
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Depressants
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Stimulants
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Hallucinogens
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Hypnosis
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -diazepam (Valium®) clonazepam (Klonopin®) alprazolam (Xanax®) triazolam (Halcion®) estazolam (Prosom®) 06-Mar-2018
Detailed explanation-2: -Most CNS depressants act on the brain by increasing activity of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a chemical that inhibits brain activity. This action causes the drowsy and calming effects that make the medicine effective for anxiety and sleep disorders.
Detailed explanation-3: -A stimulant is a drug which speeds up the central nervous system to increase neural activity in the brain. Examples include amphetamines, cocaine and crack, caffeine, nicotine and ecstasy. Stimulant drugs tend to make people feel more alert and focused and are sometimes called ‘uppers’.
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