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Drugs can be categorized into various types ranging from stimulants to depressants. Heroin is categorized as a type of opioid drug that usually appears as a white powder. Cocaine is a very addictive stimulant drug that produces short term bursts of energy and has dangerous effects such as raising the heart rate. Alcohol is classified as a depressant drug because it slows down the central nervous system causing a decrease in reaction time and intellectual performance. LSD is referred to as a…

There are many studies done trying to find answers for many complicated questions. In the mental health field, mood disorders are the most common. Mood disorders consist of major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, and many more. MDD is one of the most common depressive mood disorders. About three to five percent of people experience this disorder at some point in their lives and the lifetime risk is about 17 percent (Anxiety and Depression Association of…

this you have excessive anger at any given time. The causes may be caused from traits you have inherited or a life event may have triggered it. They recommend medication or talk therapy for treatment. The medication for this is usually called anti-depressants which prevents or elevates the mood of the person. Examples of the medication are Amoxipine, Doxepin, and many others. Prenatal depression is a type of depression pregnant women get. Many people refer to this as postpartum depression. This…

over the past few decades. Bearing this in mind it is important to understand what exactly alcohol is and what it is classified under. Consequently, it has been classified as a depressant, which is something that impedes the nervous system within the body. Thus, to a considerable extent the most commonly abused form of depressant is no other than alcohol. Henceforth, although during the past few years there has been a decrease in the amount of alcohol being used there has been a lot of accidents…

Introduction Although my main subject was extremophiles and the extreme environments they live in. Today is going to talk about a different set of people that live in extreme conditions every day. These people may be all around you in your daily life. I’m talking about people with mental illness. I want to introduce two of the more common mental illnesses, anxiety and depression, as well as talk about the stigma associated with mental disorders in general. The illnesses Depression Depression a…

Drugs are chemicals that affect the brain by tapping into its communication system and interfering with the way neurons normally send, receive, and process information. Some drugs, such as marijuana and heroin, can activate neurons because their chemical structure mimics that of a natural neurotransmitter. Drugs that enter the blood stream have faster and definitely more intense effects. The more directly the drug enters the bloodstream determines how fast and intense the drug will take effect.…

Since 1999 prescription related opioid overdoses have resulted in the death of 183,000 people. Many people develop opioid addiction from being prescribed an opioid for common injuries, accidents, or illnesses. Along with opioids, stimulants and depressants are commonly abused and misused and it becoming a growing problem. Prescription drugs are drugs designed to treat a specific illness, are often strong, and when misused can be dangerous and lead to severe consequences. Abuse occurs when…

Depression can take hold for many different reasons. When one becomes depressed, the mind may lose all sense of organization, imagination, and reality. I know. I've been there. I have been challenged with too much at one time. When this happens, focusing on any one thing becomes virtually impossible. It was easier to turn the T.V. on and tune out. I would sit for hours watching non thought provoking shows. I would find and create different comfort foods to shove in my mouth. Knowing none of the…

Get Involved Let's admit it, nothing is perfect including your community, but volunteers can help change that. Every community offers opportunities for their members to get involved and help in some way. The most effective way to help would be to volunteer at a homeless shelter and or a blood drive. This way you can help the people that might not be in the best situation as you are. Volunteering at a homeless shelter would be a great way to help out the community because it provides a temporary…