Joshua's Law Unit 7 Lesson 2 (2024)

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What has a relaxing effect on the central nervous system? ›

Examples of central nervous system depressants are benzodiazepines, barbiturates, and certain sleep medicines. Central nervous system depressants are sometimes called sedatives or tranquilizers.

Delusions may be present in any of the following mental disorders: (1) Psychotic disorders, or disorders in which the affected person has a diminished or distorted sense of reality and cannot distinguish the real from the unreal, including schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, delusional disorder, schizophreniform ...

Once a person stops consuming alcohol, their BAC will peak, level off, and begin to drop. On average, the rate of decrease is about 0.015 percent per hour, but it varies by individual in a range between 0.008 and 0.02 percent.

The “synergistic effect” happens when you drink alcohol and ingest some kind of drug. The combination of drugs and alcohol will increase the effects of alcohol on your body. Even if you have only had one glass of wine, ingesting any kind of drug can sharply increase your impairment. One glass may feel more like three.

As you relax, your autonomic nervous system slows. This response reveals that your nervous system recognizes relaxation as a state with low threat of danger. It lowers blood pressure. The autonomic nervous system also controls blood pressure, so relaxation can bring with it a reduction in blood pressure.

Sedatives are a broad class of prescription medications that slow your brain's activity. Common types include benzodiazepines and barbiturates. Sedatives have several uses, ranging from treating anxiety and insomnia to anesthesia purposes. These medications have addiction potential, so they must be taken with caution.

Grandiose delusions — when a person believes they are very talented, rich or influential. Paranoid delusions — when a person believes others want to harm them or are persecuting them. Somatic delusions — when a person believes there is something wrong with a part of their body, or that part of them is missing.

Confabulation is a symptom of various memory disorders in which made-up stories fill in any gaps in memory. German psychiatrist Karl Bonhoeffer coined the term “confabulation” in 1900.

About Reality Distortions

Their ruling personality subselves see things that aren't there, and/or they don't see or feel things that are there. Classic examples are denying or minimizing an addiction, a major illness, a toxic or dead relationship, and these psychological wounds (e.g. denying denials).

When Do Blackouts Occur? Blackouts tend to begin at blood alcohol concentrations (BACs) of about 0.16 percent (nearly twice the legal driving limit) and higher. At these BACs, most cognitive abilities (e.g., impulse control, attention, judgment, and decision-making) are significantly impaired.

What is the highest BAC ever recorded? ›

The Highest Recorded BAC Levels

One such case involved a Polish man who was found to have a BAC level of 1.480% [3].

For example, within a single hour of drinking, a 190-pound man will reach a . 08 BAC after five standard drinks, while a 190-pound woman reach that BAC in four drinks.

Impairment starts with the first drink. Even one drink of alcohol can affect a person's ability to operate a motor vehicle. With one or more drinks in the bloodstream a person could be arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.

Reasons for mixing drugs

to 'bring' on or enhance the desired effects of one drug, such as drinking alcohol while using stimulants. to stop or decrease the negative effects of a drug, such as using depressants like cannabis or benzodiazepines to reduce the impact of coming down from stimulants.

Deep Breathing is considered one of the most effective ways in alleviation of stress and anxiety. Taking deep breaths helps calm down by regulating the brain signals. Deep breath increases the oxygen intake in the body. The abundance of oxygen lowers the blood pressure and heart rate.

Your parasympathetic nervous system is a network of nerves that relaxes your body after periods of stress or danger. It also helps run life-sustaining processes, like digestion, during times when you feel safe and relaxed.

You can take care of your CNS by taking care of your overall health, like eating healthy foods and exercising. Your mental health (thoughts and feelings) is an important part of what your CNS regulates.

Decrease cell activity: Beta-blockers are an example of this, slowing down activity in your sympathetic nervous system (the system that manages your “fight-or-flight” response).