PSYCH 101 1nd Edition Lecture 11 Outline of Last Lecture I. Sleep and DreamsOutline of Current Lecture II. Drug UseCurrent Lecture1. Define “drug”- substance that alters consciousnessa. Psychoactive drugs- drugs that influence a person’s emotions, perception, and behaviorb. Addictive drugs- drugs that produce a biological/psychological dependence in theuser to that withdrawal from them leads to a craving for the drug2. How do drugs affect the nervous system?a. Blocks release of neurotransmitterb. Blocks receptor for neurotransmitterc. Enhances release of neurotransmitterd. Blocks removal of neurotransmittere. Mimics neurotransmitter3. Depressants (Alcohol, barbiturates, Rohyphnol, etc.)a. Major effects- decreased anxiety, dramatic mood swings, suicidal thoughts, etc.b. Withdrawal/adverse effects- Confusion, decreased response to pain, shallow breathing, dilated pupils, etc.4. Stimulants (nicotine, amphetamines, cocaine, Adderall,etc.)a. Major effects- increased confidence, mood elevation, sense of energy, decreased appetite, anxiety, etc.b. Withdrawal/adverse effects- increased blood pressure, increased body temperature, face picking, hallucinations, possible death, etc.5. Narcotics (heroin, morphine, opiates)a. Major effects- Anxiety and pain decrease, difficulty concentrating, euphoriab. Withdrawal/adverse effects- Depression, low blood pressure, rapid heart rate, shallow breathing, convulsions, coma, death6. Hallucinogens (cannabis, MDMA, LSD)a. Major effects- Euphoria, relaxed, increased appetite, disorientation, etc.b. Withdrawal/adverse effects- Panic, paranoia, fatigue, etc.7. Drug use vs abuseThese notes represent a detailed interpretation of the professor’s lecture. GradeBuddy is best used as a supplement to your own notes, not as a substitute.a. Always getting high to have funb. Going to work/class highc. Driving highd.