Question

Which one of the following is the correct statement regarding the particular psychotropic drug specification?

• A. Hashish causes alteration in thought perceptions and hallucination.
• B. Opium stimulates nervous system and causes hallucination.
• C. Morphine leads to delusions and disturbed emotions.
• D. Barbiturates causes relaxation and temporary euphoria.

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Hashish causes alteration in thought perceptions and hallucination.

Hallucination is a perception of an object in its absence. Hashish is an extract of cannabis. It consists of tetrahydrocannabinol also known as THC is a psychoactive constituent present in the drug. It distorts the ability to think and react. It affects the perception of thought in the forebrain. It is a concentrated drug. Increased heart rate and the bloodshot eye is an important symptom.

So, the correct answer is option A.