Which describes the characteristics of a depressant?

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Responses

a drug that causes paranoia
a drug that causes paranoia

a drug that produces feelings of well-being and high energy
a drug that produces feelings of well-being and high energy

a drug that makes one hyperactive
a drug that makes one hyperactive

a drug that slows nervous system activity and relaxes tension
a drug that slows nervous system activity and relaxes tension

1 answer

The correct response is:

a drug that slows nervous system activity and relaxes tension

This accurately describes the characteristics of a depressant.