Danielle's family is justifiably worried that her excessive use of a "downer" will lead to an accidental overdose and death. It further worries them that she often takes the drug with alcohol. Which drug are they probably concerned about?

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Barbiturates are central nervous system depressants, often referred to as "downers," that can cause overdose, especially when taken with alcohol, due to their synergistic depressant effects on the respiratory system.

Danielle's Family Is Justifiably Worried That Her Excessive Use of a "Downer