Transcript Drugs the Nervous System

Drugs & The Nervous
System
Medicinal Uses
All drugs affect receptor sites on
neurons
Pain Relief – narcotics, analgesics
Cardiovascular Problems – regulate
heartrate, blood pressure
Stimulants – increase impulses
Depressants – decrease impulses
Abuse
Dependence
Tolerance
Addiction
Withdrawal
Stimulants
Caffeine
Nicotine
Cocaine
Amphetamines
Depressants
Alcohol
Barbituates
Narcotics
Heroin
Abused prescription pain relievers
Hallucinogens
Alter moods, thoughts and senses
LSD
Ergot
Psilocybe – mushrooms
Datura
Peyote
Ecstasy (also considered a depressant)
Side Effects
Liver, heart, lung, or brain damage
Cancer
Changes in genitalia, sex drive
Weight changes
Depression or bipolarity
(murder/suicide)