Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues
Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues
7th Edition
ISBN: 9780321821652
Author: Michael D. Johnson
Publisher: Benjamin Cummings
bartleby

Concept explainers

Question
Book Icon
Chapter 11, Problem 14TY
Summary Introduction

Introduction:

A psychoactive drug refers to the chemical substance, which alters the functioning of the brain and leads to the change in the mood, cognition, perception, and behavior. The psychoactive substances are mainly used medically and for recreational purposes.

Blurred answer
Students have asked these similar questions
Which of the following is characteristic of psychoactive drugsa. They do not readily cross the blood-brain barrier.b. They alter levels of neurotransmitters.c. They can alter the amplitude of action potentials.d. They alter the speed with which action potentials travel.
Typically, opiates have the ability to a. cause intense hallucinations. b. suppress the sensation of pain. c. stimulate the user. d. cause deep levels of depression.
After someone has had a stroke, what kind of drug might be helpful, and which brain areas should receive it? a. It would be best to deliver tranquilizers to the damaged area of the brain. b. It would be best to deliver stimulant drugs to the damaged area of the brain. c. It would be best to deliver tranquilizers to cells previously connected to the neurons that have been damaged. d. It would be best to deliver stimulant drugs to cells previously connected to the neurons that have been damaged.
Knowledge Booster
Background pattern image
Biology
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, biology and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.
Similar questions
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
Recommended textbooks for you
Text book image
Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Professions
Nursing
ISBN:9781305441620
Author:WOODROW
Publisher:Cengage