Sedatives and related disorders
Thursday, May 22nd, 2008
Definition Sedatives are compounds that cause physiological and mental slowing of the body. They have many legitimate medical uses. However, people who use them improperly may develop symptoms of abuse, dependence, and withdrawal. Several other classes of compounds, including sleep-promoting drugs (hypnotics) and some anti-anxiety (anxiolytic) drugs produce effects and disorders similar to those of [...]