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What are the categories of psychoactive drugs?
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Sedatives, Stimulants, Hallucinogens
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What psychoactive drug decreases central nervous system functioning?
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Depressants (sedatives)
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Drugs that are highly addictive and are in the benzodiazepine class include:
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Valium and xanax
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People who inject some stimulants into their veins are often called what?
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Speed freaks
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Tolerance means what?
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That an individual needs higher doses to get the desired effect
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Chemical substances that alter a person's perception of reality and may cause vivid hallucinations are known as what?
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Hallucinogens
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Which psychoactive drugs increase central nervous system functioning?
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Stimulants
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Which drug causes euphoria, passivity and decreased cognitive skills? It is known as a minor hallucinogens.
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Marijuana
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Which drug is very potent, causes hallucinations and may even cause flash backs and synesthesia?
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LSD
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What is the ultimate withdrawal symptom?
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Death
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What is the name of the disorder that is characterized by self drama and exaggeration?
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Histrionic Personality Disorder
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What disorder displays chronic antisocial behavior, does not conform to social norms and shows little or no regret for hurting others?
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Antisocial Personality Disorder
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What disorder is characterized by pulling one's hair?
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Trichotillomania
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