Drugs that stimulate the central nervous system and generally speed up all functioning, making the user feel pumped-up, energetic and euphoric are known as uppers.
Effects
- Increased heart rate
- Increased energy
- Increased sexual activity
- Accelerated speech, jumping from topic to topic
- Decreased appetite
- Decreased inhibitions, impaired judgement
- Decreased functioning of the immune system
- Unrealistic confidence
Examples of drugs that are uppers
- Appetite suppressants
- Cocaine
- Crack
- Ecstasy is a stimulant with hallucinogenic properties
- Ice
- Speed
- Tik
Withdrawal – Withdrawal is generally short-lived and physical. People often exaggerate symptoms to justify drugging.
- Mood disturbances – depression, anxiety, irritability, paranoia
- Sleeping patterns are disturbed/changed (insomnia)
- Cognitive dysfunctions – lack of concentration, memory