What are some common names for depressants?

What are some common names for depressants?

• A. Uppers, Downers, Speed, Highs
• B. Reds, Yellows, Downers, Roofies
• C. Ecstasy, Meth, LSD, THC
• D. Stimulants, Narcotics, Hallucinogens, Anabolic

Answer: (B)

The correct answer is commonly associated with terms used to refer to depressants. "Reds" and "Yellows" specifically relate to certain types of barbiturates, which are central nervous system depressants. "Downers" is a colloquial term used to describe depressant drugs in general, emphasizing their calming effects. "Roofies" refers to Rohypnol, a potent sedative that is often associated with recreational misuse and has sedative effects, placing it within the category of depressants. The other options refer to different categories of substances or use terms that are not specific to depressants. For instance, "Uppers" typically describe stimulants that increase alertness and energy levels, while "Speed" refers to amphetamines, also a class of stimulants. The third choice lists various psychoactive substances, including hallucinogens (like LSD) and stimulants (like Meth), which don’t belong to the category of depressants. The last option includes classifications of drugs that fall into separate categories altogether—stimulants, narcotics, hallucinogens, and anabolic agents—thus not yielding terms specifically referring to depressants.

The correct answer is commonly associated with terms used to refer to depressants. "Reds" and "Yellows" specifically relate to certain types of barbiturates, which are central nervous system depressants. "Downers" is a colloquial term used to describe depressant drugs in general, emphasizing their calming effects. "Roofies" refers to Rohypnol, a potent sedative that is often associated with recreational misuse and has sedative effects, placing it within the category of depressants.

The other options refer to different categories of substances or use terms that are not specific to depressants. For instance, "Uppers" typically describe stimulants that increase alertness and energy levels, while "Speed" refers to amphetamines, also a class of stimulants. The third choice lists various psychoactive substances, including hallucinogens (like LSD) and stimulants (like Meth), which don’t belong to the category of depressants. The last option includes classifications of drugs that fall into separate categories altogether—stimulants, narcotics, hallucinogens, and anabolic agents—thus not yielding terms specifically referring to depressants.