Drugs that powerfully alter perceptions and trigger sensory experiences in the absence of real-world inputs are categorized as __________.

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Hallucinogens are drugs that alter perception and cause sensory experiences in the absence of real-world stimuli. These drugs can cause intense perceptual distortions, including hallucinations, synesthesia, and changes in thought processes and mood. Examples of hallucinogens include LSD, psilocybin mushrooms, and DMT. Stimulants like cocaine and amphetamines increase alertness and energy while depressants like alcohol and barbiturates slow down the central nervous system. "Addictives" is not a recognized category of drugs.

Drugs That Powerfully Alter Perceptions and Trigger Sensory Experiences in the Absence