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To write: Differences and explanations of stimulants and depressants
Introduction : Stimulants stimulate whereas depression does not. Both play a unique role in our bodies.
Explanation of Solution
Stimulants are a specific substance which increases the physiological and neurological activity of the brain and body.
While depressants decrease physiological and neurological activities.
Stimulants are a class of psychoactive drugs. It increases activity in the brain. Varieties of stimulants can be addicting.
On the other hand, depressants reduce stimulations. They can affect both concentration and coordination.
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