The Oldest and Most Widely Used Psychoactive Drug in the World

question 18

Multiple Choice

The oldest and most widely used psychoactive drug in the world is:

• A) marijuana.
• B) heroin.
• C) alcohol.
• D) cocaine.

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Definitions:

Central Nervous System

A complex system of nerves and cells that control activities within the body, comprising the brain and spinal cord.

Brain

The brain is an organ of the central nervous system, responsible for processing sensory information and coordinating bodily functions along with cognition and emotions.

Spinal Cord

The spinal cord is a long, thin, tubular structure made up of nervous tissue that extends from the brainstem to the lower back, functioning as the main pathway for information connecting the brain and peripheral nervous system.

Allostatic Load

The wear and tear on the body which accumulates as an individual is exposed to repeated or chronic stress.