Asked by Delmar Halford on Feb 18, 2024
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Discuss the physiological effects of nicotine.
Tolerance
Condition of experiencing less and less effect from the same dose of a substance.
- Identify the changes in brain chemistry caused by nicotine.
- Recognize the addictive properties of nicotine and its potential for dependence.
- Understand the impact of nicotine on the central nervous system.
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Samar WaqarFeb 18, 2024
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Key terms and concepts that may be included in student responses:
▪ Nicotine operates on both the central and the peripheral nervous systems.It helps release several biochemicals in the brain, including dopamine, norepinephrine, serotonin, and the endogenous opioids.
▪ Nicotine's physiological effects actually resemble the fight-or-flight response.
▪ Nicotine addicts need nicotine to feel normal because of its effects on the body and the brain.
▪ Nicotine operates on both the central and the peripheral nervous systems.It helps release several biochemicals in the brain, including dopamine, norepinephrine, serotonin, and the endogenous opioids.
▪ Nicotine's physiological effects actually resemble the fight-or-flight response.
▪ Nicotine addicts need nicotine to feel normal because of its effects on the body and the brain.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the changes in brain chemistry caused by nicotine.
- Recognize the addictive properties of nicotine and its potential for dependence.
- Understand the impact of nicotine on the central nervous system.