Substance use and gambling disorders - depressants
3 important questions on Substance use and gambling disorders - depressants
What is the main effect of depressants?
They slow down the central nervous system
- relaxation or sleepyness
- reduce concentration
- impairment of thinking, judgment and motor skills
Which 3 stages of alcohol withdrawal symptoms are mentioned in the book?
- Tremulousness, weakness and perspiration
- convulsive seizures
- delirium tremens (hallucinations), fever and irregular hartbeat
What are some long term effects of alcohol misuse?
- Low grade hypertension --> heart disease risk
- increased risk of cancer
- malnourishment: B1 deficiency
- numbness and pain limbs, deterioration muscles and loss of visual acuity
- risk of dementia
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