Anti-depressants are prescribed to individuals who suffer from depression and/or anxiety. These medications can be successful in helping improving these conditions in individuals who suffer from them.

Barbiturates are depressants. They cause individuals to feel drowsy and relaxed. Individuals with seizure disorders may be prescribed them as might those who suffer with pain which can?t be successfully managed with over-the-counter medications. Though th

Cannabis is a plant whose leaves and buds are crushed together and smoked. The THC in cannabis causes users to feel high. Individuals who take it may feel relaxed. They might also hallucinate. Far from being harmless, long term use can cause or exacerbate

Depressants depress the central nervous system. Common ones are benzodiazepines, alcohol, barbiturate and marijuana. These slow down the central nervous system and may be used to treat anxiety, panic and pain. Depressants have a sedative effect on the use

Hallucinogens are substances people consume to experience changes in their perceptions and senses. Persons may see and hear things that really aren?t there. LSD and PCP are both popular and well known hallucinogenic drugs.

These chemical vapors are inhaled for the purpose of getting high. Individuals often use household goods to induce psychoactive effects.

Narcotics, synthetic and natural, are given to treat pain, as anesthetics, cough suppressants and for other medical purposes. They are often heavily abused and used recreationally.

Stimulants are psychoactive substances which stimulate the central nervous system. They give users energy, make them more alert and often improve mood and ones sense of well being. Popular stimulants include cocaine, methamphetamine and Adderall. The form

The primary and most addicting drug in Tobacco is nicotine. Addiction to tobacco is widespread and alarming. It is most often found in cigarettes and is responsible for numerous deaths and illnesses amongst those that smoke products that contain tobacco.