depressants, stimulants, hallucinogens, and cannabis. Drugs or substances have different effects on the mind and body. The effects of depressants are seen in the central nervous system in the form of reduction in tension and inhibition. Alcohol, sedative hypnotic drugs, and opioids fall in this category. Stimulants…
factual article that gives an insight into what a Gamma-hydroxybutyric acid drug is, also known as GHB one of the top date rape drugs. By covering the topic of GHB, WebMD gives facts on what the drug is as well as the effects of the drug. GHB is a hypnotic depressant compared to having the same effects as liquid ecstasy. WebMD provides knowledge of what the pill looks like, what it does, and the harmful effects of it. The article discusses that GHB commonly comes in liquid form that can be mixed…
The therapist needs to engage the client with their subconscious mind in the most effective way possible, in order that the client may gain an awareness of, and be able to access, their own potential. This highlights the essential view of the therapist as a skilled helper, enabling the client, rather than an all-knowing and all-powerful practitioner. As *Sandor Ferenczi so eloquently stated in 1916: …' the unconscious mental forces of the patient appear as the real active agent, whereas the…
sleeping pills are not a long-term solution. They will only fix the sleeping problems for a short time. Most sleeping pills are drugs used to induce and maintain sleep. These pills are classified as sedative hypnotics. Barbiturates and benzodiazepines are among the other sedative hypnotics. The barbiturates are used as sedatives and anesthetics and they depress the central nervous system. Benzodiazepines are used in the treatment of anxiety disorders. They increase drowsiness and can be…
Introduction Battered women syndrome is a mental disorder that is spawn from domestic violence. These victims developed a mental state of "hopelessness" and "helplessness which are results of long-term abuse from their significant other. These victims are usually women in which they become depressed, unworthy, and or incapable of leaving the abusive partner. Battered women syndrome develops with three stages. First, the abusive partner creates tension in the relationship. Second, the abuser…
It is an examination, which is only based on the “assumption” that there is an interaction between the mind and body and is conducted by various components or the sensors of polygraph machine, which are attached to the body of the accused, who is interrogated by the expert. The machine records the blood pressure, pulse rate & respiration & muscle movements. Polygraph test is conducted in three phases (a) pre-test interview, (b) chart recording (c) Diagnosis. The examiner will prepare…
An illuminated heart As Belisa Crepusculario leaned over to share the power of a pair of words, the Colonel’s heart was about to change the complete definition of who he was. Love yourself, might be what she whispered. Behind the thick barricade of a strong self that the Colonel have built up you can see a shimmering light that radiates low self esteem and loneliness. I think that throughout his life, no one have ever said something like that to him. That’s why these words chained him, since…
The question most adults ask is what does Psychotropic agents mean along with the different classes of medications and how the medications are classified. Psychotropic agents refer to different substances that effect the mind and are used to treat stress and can be used as a tranquillizer. Psychotropic agents have different classes of medication which include; the central nervous system stimulant, antidepressant, anxiolytic, antimanic and antipsychotic medications. In reference to how the…
Summary of “Buying Gloves in Gibraltar” by Mark Twain In “Buying Gloves in Gibraltar”, Mark Twain describes a man who buys gloves that do not fit him and that are not needed just because he wants to appease the desires of the young, beautiful saleslady in the store. The actions of the man buying something that he does not even want or need illustrates how easy it is for man to be hypnotized by a beautiful woman into doing what she wants instead of thinking of his own needs. The man enters the…
GUJARAT NATIONAL LAW UNIVERSITY FORENSIC SCIENCE FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY SUBMITTED TO:- SUBMITTED BY:- MS. HEENA GOSWAMI (ASST. PROFESSOR OF LAW) MEETU KUMARI (12A073) -: ACKNOWLEDGEMENT :- The Project work on a topic with such small distinctions is a tedious task and hence doing a project on such a theme requires guidance by the subject teachers. The enlightening experience provided to me by my teachers, who proved to be the…