Uppers (CNS Stimulants)
Uppers include cocaine, amphetamines, nicotine and caffeine – all of which stimulate activity of the CNS (Central Nervous System). In some ways, uppers seem to be the “All-American” drugs. The effects – more energy, increased confidence, decreased appetite and pursuant weight loss – are sought in our society. We have great respect for energetic, confident, thin people. Stimulant drugs seem to help us toward this ideal. One of the effects of stimulants is that we feel an instinct has already been satisfied. Because the brain’s reward and pleasure mechanisms are disrupted, we may not experience the need to eat, or perhaps to sleep on these drugs.
Uppers (CNS Stimulants)
Uppers include cocaine, amphetamines, nicotine and caffeine – all of which stimulate activity of the CNS (Central Nervous System). In some ways, uppers seem to be the “All-American” drugs. The effects – more energy, increased confidence, decreased appetite and pursuant weight loss – are sought in our society. We have great respect for energetic, confident, thin people. Stimulant drugs seem to help us toward this ideal. One of the effects of stimulants is that we feel an instinct has already been satisfied. Because the brain’s reward and pleasure mechanisms are disrupted, we may not experience the need to eat, or perhaps to sleep on these drugs.