Stimulants are substances that increase activity in the central nervous system, enhancing alertness, attention, and wakefulness while reducing fatigue. They act primarily by increasing the activity of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and norepinephrine. Stimulants also raise heart rate and blood pressure, suppress appetite, and may improve physical and cognitive performance.
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