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Narcotics and Hallucinogens

Types of drugs that can relieve pain, induce sleep, and alter perception, emotion, and thought, including substances like morphine, heroin, and LSD, which can stimulate receptors and produce temporary changes in physiological and psychological states

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Narcotics and hallucinogens are two distinct classes of drugs that have significant effects on the human body and mind. Narcotics, such as morphine and oxycodone, are primarily used for pain relief and can lead to physical dependence. Hallucinogens, like LSD and psilocybin, alter perception and mood...

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Key Terms

Narcotics
Drugs that relieve pain and dull the senses.

Example: Morphine is a common narcotic used in hospitals.

Hallucinogens
Substances that cause altered perceptions and sensations.

Example: LSD is a well-known hallucinogen.

Addiction
A chronic condition characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use.

Example: Heroin addiction can lead to severe health issues.

Dependence
A state where the body adapts to a drug, requiring more to achieve the same effect.

Example: Alcohol dependence can lead to withdrawal symptoms.

Opioids
A class of drugs that include narcotics and are used for pain relief.

Example: Oxycodone is an opioid prescribed for pain.

Psychedelics
A subset of hallucinogens that significantly alter perception and mood.

Example: Psilocybin mushrooms are considered psychedelics.

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Key Concepts

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