In a 2- to 3-page paper, address the following components as you analyze the biological and behavioral effects of psychotropic medication:
- The classification of the drug (e.g., stimulant, depressant, hallucinogen, narcotic, etc.)
- The biological effects typically produced by the drug, including the action(s) of the drug on the central nervous system. In addition, be sure to discuss the impact on a specific neurotransmitter. Include long-term effects on the body.
- The behavioral effects typically produced by the drug