Narcotics
The term "narcotic" was developed from the Greek word for stupor and refers to the drug opium, and its man-made substitutes.
Physical Effects
The effects of the drug depend heavily on the dose, how it is taken, if it has been taken before, and the expectation of the user. However, in general, the drug produces a sense of well-being by reducing tension, anxiety and aggression.
A common physical side effect of narcotics includes addiction, which can lead to taking deadly doses of the drug.
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Types of Narcotics
Sources:
Below are links PAMF accessed when researching this topic. PAMF, however, does not sponsor or endorse any of these sites, nor does PAMF guarantee the accuracy of the information contained on them.
National Institute on Drug Abuse. NIDA for Teens: The Science Behind Drug Abuse. Created with the help and advice of teens, presents information on the science behind drug abuse and has animated illustrations, quizzes, and games. Accessed February 2008.
U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. Narcotics. In Briefs & Background. Accessed February 2008.
Below are links PAMF accessed when researching this topic. PAMF, however, does not sponsor or endorse any of these sites, nor does PAMF guarantee the accuracy of the information contained on them.
National Institute on Drug Abuse. NIDA for Teens: The Science Behind Drug Abuse. Created with the help and advice of teens, presents information on the science behind drug abuse and has animated illustrations, quizzes, and games. Accessed February 2008.
U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. Narcotics. In Briefs & Background. Accessed February 2008.