Stimulants, depressants and narcotics are types of drugs that have varied effects on an individual. Briefly describe the effects associated with each class of drugs and give a specific example of a drug in each class (e.g. opiates).

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Stimulants are drugs that increase energy, alertness, and activity. Examples: amphetamine, methamphetamine, and cocaine.
Depressants are drugs that predominantly decrease arousal. Examples: alcohol, anxiolytics (anxiety-reducing drugs such as benzodiazepines), and tranquilizers.
Narcotics are drugs that produce drowsiness, insensitivity to pain, and decreased responsiveness. Examples: opiates, morphine, methadone.

Stimulants, depressants and narcotics are types of drugs that have varied effects on an individual. Briefly describe the effects associated with each class of drugs and give a specific example of a drug in each class (e.g. opiates).

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