Patrice is most likely abusing a stimulant. Stimulants are drugs that can increase alertness, attention, and energy levels, often allowing individuals to stay awake for extended periods, as she describes. This aligns with her ability to stay up all night and get her work done, despite recognizing that she shouldn't be taking the medication.
Patrice has been abusing prescription medication. She tells her friend, “I know I shouldn’t take them, but they help me so much! I can stay up all night and get all of my work done. I never seem to get tired.” Her friend is concerned because Patrice seems to have become addicted to these dangerous drugs. What type of drug is Patrice MOST likely abusing?
hallucinogen
hallucinogen
stimulant
stimulant
cannabinoid
cannabinoid
barbiturate
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