Asked by Kunal Kamerkar on Jun 26, 2024
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Which type of drugs include alcohol, narcotics derived from the opium poppy (such as heroin, morphine, and codeine) , and sedatives (such as barbiturates and methaqualone) ?
A) Stimulants
B) Hallucinogenics
C) Depressants
D) Amphetamines
Depressants
Substances that reduce the function or activity of a specific part of the body or brain, often leading to decreased arousal or stimulation.
Opium Poppy
A flowering plant from which opium and other opiates are extracted, used historically for both medicinal and recreational purposes.
Methaqualone
A sedative and hypnotic medication popular in the 1960s and 1970s, now mostly banned due to its high potential for abuse and addiction.
- Become aware of the consequences linked to the use of substances among youths.
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Melissa BermudezJun 28, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Depressants are drugs that inhibit the function of the central nervous system and slow down brain activity, which includes alcohol, narcotics derived from the opium poppy, and sedatives.
Learning Objectives
- Become aware of the consequences linked to the use of substances among youths.