Psychology / Unit 3 Psych 0352 short lesson, about 20 seconds
Stimulants
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The idea
Stimulants increase central nervous system activity, raising alertness, heart rate, and energy.
In practice
Cocaine blocks dopamine reuptake, leaving elevated dopamine in the synapse and producing intense euphoria.
Where people slip
Stimulant effects on mood come with cardiovascular load. The two are not separable at higher doses.
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