- An Overview of Stimulants and How Theyre Used - Verywell Mind
Stimulants are drugs that increase brain activity, which can boost alertness and elevate mood, but are also addictive Learn about common stimulants and their risks
- Stimulants - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
Administration The primary method of administration for stimulants is oral intake Recreational administration of stimulants also occurs by intramuscular and or intravascular injection, smoking, and intranasal administration; this will vary by individual agent
- Stimulants - Alcohol and Drug Foundation
This will depend on the type of stimulant, but generally they can be taken orally (swallowed), chewed, snorted, smoked or injected The onset of effects depends on what type of stimulant is taken and how it is taken 1,2
- What Are Stimulants? Types, Uses, Effects, Abuse and Addiction
Stimulant addiction develops through neurochemical changes in the brain, where repeated use causes the body to rely on external dopamine stimulation The treatment options for stimulant addiction include behavioral therapy, medication, and support programs
- How Do Stimulants Work? What Are Psychostimulants Uses?
In most cases, they are consumed as stimulant pills and swallowed Generally speaking, medical use is restricted to the oral route unless a patient needs an injection in a medical setting
- Stimulants Fact Sheet | Coast to Forest | Oregon State University
Stimulants (sometimes called psychostimulants) are a class of drugs that increase central nervous system activity 1 Stimulants may be prescribed by a healthcare provider for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), narcolepsy, asthma, obesity, or nasal and sinus congestion
- Stimulants | A Simplified Psychology Guide
Misuse of stimulants can have severe consequences Non-medical use or excessive doses can lead to dangerous health effects and increase the risk of addiction It is important to use stimulant drugs only as prescribed by a healthcare professional and to avoid recreational or non-medical use
- Stimulants | Introduction to Psychology - Lumen Learning
Users often consume the drug every few hours across days-long binges called “runs,” in which the user forgoes food and sleep In the wake of the opiate epidemic, many drug cartels in Mexico are shifting from producing heroin to producing highly potent but inexpensive forms of methamphetamine
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