What are the possible
consequences of stimulant
use and abuse?
As with other drugs of abuse, it ispossible for individuals to become
dependent upon or addicted to
stimulants. Withdrawal symptoms
associated with discontinuing
stimulant use include fatigue,
depression, and disturbance of
sleep patterns. Repeated abuse of
some stimulants (sometimes within
a short period) can lead to feelings
of hostility or paranoia, even
psychosis. Further, taking high
doses of a stimulant may result in
dangerously high body temperature
and an irregular heartbeat.
There is also the potential for
cardiovascular failure or seizures.
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