Concept information
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health professionals and healthcare organizations
pharmaceutical industry
pharmaceutical product
psychotropic substance
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known or suspected carcinogens
pharmaceutical industry
pharmaceutical product
psychotropic substance
Preferred term
stimulants
Definition
- Drugs inducing excitement and awareness by increasing the activation of the nervous system. Also referred to as “uppers” or amphetamines, stimulants are used to alleviate fatigue and increase alertness. [Source: The SAGE Glossary of the Social and Behavioral Sciences; Stimulants]
Broader concept
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URI
https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/stimulants
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