Question

Which is an effect of psychoactive drug abuse?

pleasure from eating a delicious dessert

stimulation of the reward pathway

reduced cravings for the drug

heightened brain response over time

Answer 1

stimulation of the reward pathway

Answer 2

An effect of psychoactive drug abuse is stimulation of the reward pathway

Step-by-step explanation

A Psychoactive drug is one that affects the nervous system to change consciousness, alter perceptions and change the moods of a person. They are associated with increased levels of dopamine in the reward pathway of the brain. They can be grouped into stimulants, depressants, opioids and hallucinogens.