Important: One Question about Chemical System Affecting Nerve System

Research: The Effect of Chemical Substances on the Nervous System

All of the chemicals in the list below affect either the nervous system or the endocrine system. Using the discussion forum, choose a category of chemical substances to research. Write a 1 -2 page paper on this category of chemical substances. Identify two examples of drugs in this category. Include things such as:

- the classification of this category of chemical substance
- two commonly used drugs in this category
- how the drugs work and what part of the brain is involved (if it occurs in the brain)
- what neurotransmitters are involved and how they are affected
- common uses of these drugs
- how the endocrine system is affected
- explain the terms addiction and tolerance – are these drugs addicting?

Upon completion, create a summary of your drug classification for the class and post it in the discussion forum.

Chemical Substances Affecting Nervous System

Opiates
Narcotics
Analgesics
Psychomotor stimulants
Stimulants
Antidepressants
Barbiturates
Alcohol
Inhaled Volatile Solvents
Psychogenics
Tranquilizers