Stimulants

Stimulate the central nervous system. Increase alertness, heart rate (& blood pressure), and concentration. Diminish fatigue and delay sleep. Elevate mood and temporary paranoid psychosis can develop with these drugs.

Typical Drugs:

Amphetamines
Amyl nitrate (Poppers)
Anabolic Steroids
Caffeine
Cocaine / Crack Cocaine
Crystal Methamphetamine
Ecstasy
Khat
Ritalin
Tobacco (Nicotine)

What they do:

Stimulate the central nervous system.

Increase alertness, heart rate (& blood pressure), and concentration.

Diminish fatigue and delay sleep. Elevated mood and temporary paranoid psychosis can develop with these drugs.

Withdrawal effects include hunger and fatigue.

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