A Substance Capable of Altering Attention,judgment,perception,and Emotions

question 137

Multiple Choice

A substance capable of altering attention,judgment,perception,and emotions

• A) is classified as a psychoactive drug.
• B) is classified as a narcotic.
• C) is an addictive drug.
• D) produces withdrawal symptoms.

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Definitions:

Reticular Formations

A complex network of nerve pathways in the brainstem involved in consciousness, sleep-wake cycles, and filtering incoming stimuli to discern irrelevant background information.

Limbic Systems

A complex set of brain structures located on both sides of the thalamus, involved in many of our emotions and motivations, particularly those related to survival such as fear, anger, and emotions related to reproduction.

Interneurons

Neurons that transmit signals between other neurons, especially as part of reflexes or neural circuits.

Neurons

Specialized cells transmitting nerve impulses; the fundamental units of the brain and nervous system.