Which is an indicator of depressant use?

Which is an indicator of depressant use?

• A. Hyperactivity
• B. Drunken behavior and appearance
• C. Increased alertness
• D. Heightened speech

Answer: (B)

Depressants slow the brain and body, so signs of their use show up as impairment and intoxication-like behavior. Drunken behavior and appearance directly reflect this slowed, impaired state—slurred speech, unsteady gait, reduced coordination, and a general look of intoxication. The other signs describe increased activity or alertness, which are typical of stimulants, not depressants. In a corrections setting, recognizing drunken behavior and appearance helps assess safety and the need for further evaluation.

Depressants slow the brain and body, so signs of their use show up as impairment and intoxication-like behavior. Drunken behavior and appearance directly reflect this slowed, impaired state—slurred speech, unsteady gait, reduced coordination, and a general look of intoxication. The other signs describe increased activity or alertness, which are typical of stimulants, not depressants. In a corrections setting, recognizing drunken behavior and appearance helps assess safety and the need for further evaluation.