Is Nicotine a Psychoactive Drug?
Yes, Nictoine is a psychoactive drug. A psychoactive drug or psychotropic substance is a chemical substance that acts primarily upon the central nervous system where it alters brain function, resulting in temporary changes in perception, mood, consciousness and behavior. These drugs may be used recreationally to purposefully alter one's consciousness.
Health Consequences of Smoking, C. Everett Koop, M.D., DIANE Publishing Company -1988
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