Question

patrice has been abusing prescription medication. she tells her friend, \i know i shouldnt take them, but they help me so much! i can stay up all night and get all of my work done. i never seem to get tired.\ her friend is concerned because patrice seems to have become addicted to these dangerous drugs. what type of drug is patrice most likely abusing? (1 point) hallucinogen stimulant cannabinoid barbiturate

Explanation:

Stimulants are drugs that increase alertness, energy, and wake - fullness, allowing a person to stay up and be productive without feeling tired. Hallucinogens cause hallucinations, cannabinoids are related to cannabis and have different effects like relaxation or altered perception, and barbiturates are depressants. Patrice's description of staying up all night and not getting tired aligns with stimulant effects.

Answer:

B. stimulant