Drugs: Categories and Effects

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What is a depressant drug?

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A drug that slows down the messages between the brain and body.

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What is a stimulant drug?

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A drug that increases activity in the brain and body.

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What is a hallucinogen?

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A drug that alters perception, mood, and thoughts.

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Is alcohol a stimulant or depressant?

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Depressant.

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Is caffeine a depressant or stimulant?

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Stimulant.

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Is ecstasy a stimulant, depressant, or hallucinogen?

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Combination – stimulant and hallucinogen.

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Is LSD a stimulant or hallucinogen?

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Hallucinogen.

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Is cocaine a stimulant or depressant?

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Stimulant.

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Is heroin a depressant or stimulant?

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Depressant.

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Is magic mushrooms a stimulant or hallucinogen?

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Hallucinogen.