Narcotics Are Drugs That

question 29

Multiple Choice

Narcotics are drugs that

• A) are derived from opium and are capable of relieving pain.
• B) are derived from the hemp plant.
• C) cause distortions in sensory and perceptual experience.
• D) tend to increase central nervous system activation and behavioral activity.

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Definitions:

Alcohol

A psychoactive substance commonly known for its use in beverages, which can have significant teratogenic effects if consumed during pregnancy.

Breast Milk

The milk produced by human breasts or mammary glands for feeding a baby, rich in nutrients and antibodies.

Early Exposure

The experience or introduction to diverse stimuli or environments at a young age, influencing future behavior and development.

Myelin

A fatty substance that encases and protects nerve fibers, facilitating the rapid transmission of electrical signals along the nervous system.