Question

In a paragraph, define the term “psychoactive” and name two examples of psychoactive drugs.

Answer 1

A psychoactive drug or psychotropic substance is a chemical substance that acts primarily upon the central nervous system where it alters brain function, resulting in temporary changes in perception, mood, consciousness and behavior. Cocaine, LSD, alcohol, tobacco, codeine, and morphine are all examples of a psychotropic drug.

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Answer 2

psychotropic is a chemical substance that changes brain function and results in alterations in perception, mood, consciousness or behavior.exs:cocaine.crack cocaine.methylphenidate (Ritalin)ephedrine.MDMA (Ecstasy)mescaline (cactus)LSD blotter.psilocybin mushroom (Psilocybe cubensis)