Psychoactive drugs have which type of effect on the body?

Psychoactive drugs have which type of effect on the body?

A) They potentiate the effect of other drugs on the nervous system.
B) They enhance, suppress, or interfere with the actions of neurotransmitters.
C) They speed up energy metabolism and body movements.
D) They depress or slow all body functions.

Jason doesn't see that his addiction to heroin is self-destructive. He is experiencing

A) obsession.
B) compulsion.
C) loss of control.
D) denial.

David spends four hours a day lifting weights and is at the point of obsession about his fitness routine to the extent that he will miss classes and outings with friends so he can go to the gym.

He most likely suffers from which of the following disorders?
A) bipolar disorder
B) anorexia nervosa
C) exercise addiction
D) bulimia

All of the following are true about suppositories EXCEPT that

A) they are designed to melt at body temperature.
B) they are inserted into the vagina or anus.
C) they enable a drug to be released into the bloodstream.
D) they have a short life span and become inactive within an hour.

Using a nicotine patch for smoking cessation is an example of which route of administration?

A) injection
B) oral ingestion
C) transdermal
D) inhalation

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Psychoactive drugs have which type of effect on the body?

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