Depressants slow (or depress) the functioning of the entire body.
It temporarily slows their functioning.
Drinking alcohol temporarily slows the rate of respiration.
depressants affect the heart rate by its heart rate
stimulants increase activity and depressants decrease activity.
ilhem
Slow body functions
Depressants are used to treat anxiety and sleep disorders. The depressants affect the brain neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid. This works by decreasing brain activity, which results in a drowsy or calming effect.
To dull the appetite.
The body tends to develop tolerance for CNS depressants, and larger doses are needed to achieve the same effects.
Because certain chemicals can have adverse reactions in your body when mixed.
BRAIN! They slow down the chemical firing rate in your brain i believe. =]