Unit 1.1: Biological Bases of Behavior (States of Consciousness)

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Psychoactive Drugs

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Chemical substances that alter perception, mood, or behavior by affecting brain chemistry.

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Agonists

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Drugs that mimic or enhance the action of a neurotransmitter.

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Antagonists

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Drugs that block or reduce the effect of a neurotransmitter.

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Reuptake Inhibitors

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Drugs that block the reabsorption of neurotransmitters, increasing their availability in the synapse.

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Stimulants

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Drugs that increase nervous system activity and elevate mood and alertness.

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Caffeine

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A stimulant that increases alertness by blocking adenosine receptors.

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Cocaine

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A powerful stimulant that increases dopamine levels by blocking reuptake.

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Depressants

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Drugs that slow down neural activity and body functions.

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Alcohol

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A depressant that impairs coordination, judgment, and memory.

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Hallucinogens

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Drugs that alter perceptions and cause hallucinations.