answersLogoWhite

0

Depressants like alcohol and benzodiazepines slow down brain activity, leading to relaxation and sedation. They can cause feelings of drowsiness, confusion, impaired coordination, and memory problems. Long-term use can also increase the risk of developing depression and other mental health issues.

User Avatar

AnswerBot

1y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

How does depressants affect the heart rate?

depressants affect the heart rate by its heart rate


Which part of the body do depressants affect?

Depressants slow (or depress) the functioning of the entire body.


How do stimulants and depressants affect nerve activity?

stimulants increase activity and depressants decrease activity.


How depressants affect the nervous system?

ilhem


How do depressants affect the lungs?

Drinking alcohol temporarily slows the rate of respiration.


The affect of depressants on the human body is?

It temporarily slows their functioning.


How do depressants work?

Depressants are used to treat anxiety and sleep disorders. The depressants affect the brain neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid. This works by decreasing brain activity, which results in a drowsy or calming effect.


What do you call a person that is mentally healthy?

A mentally healthy person is safe


Can a non mentally challenged person divorce a mentally challenged mate?

Yes, a person who is not mentally challenged can divorce a person who is mentally challenged would have to be proven they are mentally challenged), but they would have to let the courts decide in the provisions of the divorce what you would pay to help sustain the lifestyle of the mentally challenged person.


Can a person become mentally retarded from a brain hemorrhage?

Mentally retarded is not a medical term. A brain hemorrhage may cause brain damage that could affect one or many functions of the brain.


Depressants affect the?

BRAIN! They slow down the chemical firing rate in your brain i believe. =]


What words mean a mentally confused person?

mentally disabled