psychoactive substance refers to substance, such as a drug, that alters mood or behavior.

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Psychoactive means pertaining to effects on mood, thinking, and behavior Description In the psychology . . . Read More
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Psychoactive drug refers to a substance capable of altering attention, memory, judgment, time sense, . . . Read More
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