Hallucinogens Differ from Many Other Classifications of Psychoactive Drugs in That

question 1

Multiple Choice

Hallucinogens differ from many other classifications of psychoactive drugs in that:

• A)the duration of effect is considerably longer
• B)the overuse of hallucinogens can cause suicidal ideation
• C)these drugs are mainly abused by artistic individuals
• D)no physical dependence has been demonstrated

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