Effects of Stimulants on the Body: Acute vs. Chronic
Learn about the physical and psychological effects of stimulants, both in the short term (acute) and long term (chronic). Understand how stimulants impact heart rate, energy levels, appetite, mood changes, and more. Recognize the symptoms and risks associated with stimulant use.
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Acute and Chronic Effects of Stimulants on the Body, Part I Stimulants Mini-Deck #4
Acute Physical Effects of Stimulants Increases Heart rate Blood pressure Pupil size Respiration Sensory acuity Energy Decreases Appetite Sleep Reaction time 2 SOURCE: NIDA, 2019.
Acute Psychological Effects of Stimulants Increases Confidence Alertness Mood/Euphoria Sex drive Energy Talkativeness Decreases Boredom Loneliness Timidity 3 SOURCE: NIDA, 2019.
Chronic Physical Effects of Stimulants Tremor Weakness Dry mouth Weight loss Cough Sinus infection Dental problems Sweating Burned lips; sore nose Oily skin/complexion Headaches Diarrhea Anorexia 4 SOURCE: NIDA, 2019.
Chronic Psychological Effects of Stimulants Confusion Concentration Hallucinations Fatigue Memory loss Insomnia Irritability Paranoia Panic reactions Depression Anger Psychosis 5 SOURCE: NIDA, 2019.
