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1 (Unit 8) Drug Types bsapp.com

2 Types of Drugs Most drugs fit into one or more of the following categories: Narcotics Hallucinogens Depressants Stimulants bsapp.com

3 Narcotics-induce a state of lethargy or sluggishness
Narcotics a analgesics –relieve pain Most come from the poppy plant Example Narcotics Morphine Methadone Heroin Codeine OxyContin bsapp.com

4 Marijuana LSD PCP Acid Hallucinogens-cause marked alterations in normal thought process, perceptions, and moods bsapp.com

5 Depressants – depress (slow down) action in the Central Nervous System
Alcohol Barbiturates (downers) Inhalants Depressants – depress (slow down) action in the Central Nervous System bsapp.com

6 Stimulants – stimulate (speed up) action in the Central Nervous System
Cocaine Crack Crystal Meth Amphetamines Stimulants – stimulate (speed up) action in the Central Nervous System bsapp.com


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