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Stimulants speed up the brain by increasing the activity of certain chemicals like dopamine and norepinephrine. This can lead to enhanced alertness, focus, and energy levels.

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Do Stimulants slow the speed of the brain activity and the spinal cord?

Yes it does


What is the action of depressants and stimulants on the synapses of the nervous system?

Generally, depressants slow down neurotransmission (messages sent from neuron to neuron) reducing overall activity in the brain, whereas stimulants speed up the amount of neurotransmission, hence increasing overall activity in the brain.


Are depressants similar to the effects of alcohol?

No. Depressants are the opposite of stimulants. Stimulants are drugs that stimulate the brain and central nervous system, speeding up communication between the two. Depressants slow down the activity of the brain and nervous system, slowing down the communication between the two.


Are Depressants less dangerous than stimulants?

TRUEBoth depressants and stimulants are equally dangerous when used incorrectly. Depressants can slow the heart rate down too much, and stimulants can speed it up too much. Both have devastating effects.


Do stimulants slow you down speed you up or distort perception?

Stimulants typically speed you up by increasing alertness and energy levels. They can also enhance focus and concentration. However, in some cases, stimulants can cause side effects like increased heart rate, restlessness, or paranoia if taken in excessive amounts.


Do stimulants slow down CNS?

No. Quite the opposite. Stimulants, from the word itself, stimulates mental and physical processes.


Is a depressant a drug that speeds up the brain and body reactions?

Depressants are also known as "downers" and they don't speed up the central nervous system function. It's contradictory to CNS stimulants which are also known "uppers". Stimulants will increase your mental and/or physical functions.


What do depressants and drugs have in common?

Simply put, depressants slow your body down, while stimulants speed your body up. Depressants slow your heart rate, breathing and brain activity, and make you relaxed and sleepy, while stimulants increase your heart rate, breathing and brain activity, and make you hyperactive. For more detailed information, see the Related Links below.


What are two ways that drugs specifically affect the brain?

it will slow down the working speed and damage your memory.


Why do Slow down and slow up mean the same?

I think you mean slow down and speed up. slow down =slow, speed up=fast


What are chemicals that retard behavior by either speeding up or slowing down nerve impulses?

Chemicals that retard behavior by affecting nerve impulses can include depressants like alcohol, benzodiazepines, and barbiturates, which slow down nerve impulses. Stimulants like amphetamines and cocaine can speed up nerve impulses. These substances can alter brain function and behavior by modulating neurotransmitters in the brain.


Is it possible to slow down the speed of light?

No, it is not possible to slow down the speed of light in a vacuum.