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psychoactive drug

psychoactive drug A psychoactive drug is a broadly defined drug that affects psychological functioning.

A psychoactive drug is a broadly defined drug that affects psychological functioning. This group includes drugs such as antidepressants, hallucinogens, and tranquilizing drugs, including antipsychotic and anti-anxiety agents.

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Drafting source: U.S. National Library of Medicine. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), 2026 descriptor edition. “Psychotropic Drugs” (D011619).
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