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Drugs and Society: Exam 1
Overview of the mechanisms, categorization, and legislation of drugs.
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Pharmacology
Undergraduate 3
02/07/2010

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Holistic Self-Awareness Approach
Definition
philosophy that advocates that the mind, body and spirit function better without drugs.
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Examples of Stimulants
Definition
cocaine, amphetamines, caffeine, nicotine
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Examples of hallucinogens
Definition
LSD, mescaline, peyote
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Examples of Depressants
Definition
barbiturates, benzodiazepines, methaqualone, alcohol
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Examples of Narcotics
Definition
opium, morphine, codeine, heroin
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Ccannabis
Definition
marijuana, hashish
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Inhalants/organic solvents
Definition
gasoline, glue, paint thinner, some foods, herbs and vitamins
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Types of Drug Users (3)
Definition

  1. experimenters
  2. compulsive users
  3. floaters

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sensation-seekers
Definition
highest risk of drug use and addiction
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dopamine
Definition

inhibits/excites; euphoria

amphetamines, cocaine

 

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GABA
Definition

inhibits; sedation/relaxation 

alcohol, valium

 

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seratonin
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inhibits; sleep relaxation

LSD

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Acetylcholine (Ach)
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excites/inhibits; mild euphoria, excitation

tobacco, nicotine

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endorphins
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inhibits; mild euphoria, blocks pain

narcotics

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