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Psychoactive drugs introduction and overview

Chapter Drug group Main properties Examples [Pg.4]

4 CNS stimulants Increase alertness, intensify moods Amphetamine, cocaine, caffeine [Pg.4]

5-7 Recreational drugs Various disparate effects Nicotine, cannabis, LSD, MDMA [Pg.4]

8 Opiates Reduce pain, increase pleasure Heroin, morphine, codeine [Pg.4]

9-10 CNS depressants Increase drowsiness, relax moods Alcohol, barbiturates, benzodiazepines [Pg.4]

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