Table of contents

1. Introduction to Psychology1h 43m
2. Psychology Research2h 20m
3. Biological Psychology2h 41m
4. Sensation and Perception28m
5. Consciousness and Sleep32m
- Sleep
  32m
6. Learning1h 26m
7. Memory34m
- Information Processing Model
  4m
- Storage - The Three Box Model of Memory
  29m
8. Cognition37m
- The Structure of Language
  12m
- Language Development
  25m
9. Emotion and Motivation35m
10. Developmental Psychology1h 20m
11. Personality1h 17m
12. Social Psychology1h 18m
13. Stress and Health41m
14. Psychological Disorders1h 27m
15. Treatment1h 24m

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Ecstasy is classified as a

major tranquilizer.

narcotic.

stimulatory hallucinogenic.

benzodiazepine.

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Understand the classification of drugs: Drugs are often categorized based on their effects on the central nervous system. Common categories include stimulants, depressants, hallucinogens, and narcotics.

Identify the effects of Ecstasy: Ecstasy, also known as MDMA, is known for its stimulant and hallucinogenic properties. It increases energy, emotional warmth, and distorted sensory and time perception.

Differentiate between drug categories: Major tranquilizers (antipsychotics) are used to treat severe mental disorders and are not typically associated with the effects of Ecstasy. Narcotics are primarily pain-relieving drugs, and benzodiazepines are used for anxiety and sleep disorders.

Recognize the unique category of Ecstasy: Ecstasy is often classified as a 'stimulatory hallucinogenic' due to its ability to both stimulate the central nervous system and produce hallucinogenic effects.

Conclude with the correct classification: Based on its effects, Ecstasy is best classified as a stimulatory hallucinogenic, which combines elements of both stimulants and hallucinogens.