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Chapter 12
Drug abuse is the harmful overuse of substances, often leading to addiction or compulsive drug-seeking behavior. Drugs of abuse typically stimulate the ...
CNS depressants like alcohol and nicotine mediate their actions via ionotropic receptors by distinct mechanisms. Ethanol, primarily found in alcoholic ...
CNS depressants, including benzodiazepines and barbiturates, are often prescribed for insomnia. Barbiturates interact with GABAA receptors and prolong the ...
CNS stimulants are agents that modulate neuronal activity. These three stimulants each have a distinct structure, mechanism, and effect. Cocaine, an ...
Psychedelic drugs or hallucinogens are non-addictive substances that alter perception, cognition, and emotions. They activate the brain's 5-HT2A ...
'Cognition' encompasses various aspects of mental function, assessed using tests like the Cambridge Neuropsychological Test Automated Battery. ...
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