Give several examples of depressant drugs and describe the general set of behavioral effects common to them. |
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Understand how concerns about barbiturate use led to acceptance of newer classes of sedative-hypnotics. |
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Describe the differences in dose and duration of action that are appropriate for daytime anxiolytic effects as opposed to hypnotic effects of prescription depressants. |
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Describe how the time of onset of a depressant drug relates to abuse potential and how duration of action relates to the risk of withdrawal symptoms. |
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Describe the mechanism of action for barbiturates and benzodiazepines. |
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Explain why it is not recommended that people use sleeping pills for more than a few days in a row. |
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Describe several types of substances that are abused as inhalants. |
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Describe GHB's typical dose range and behavioral effects, as well as its effects when combined with alcohol. |