Which term describes drugs that primarily affect bodily functions rather than mental processes?

• A. Mind drugs
• B. Body drugs
• C. Social drugs
• D. Performance drugs

Answer: (B)

This question is about distinguishing drugs by where their main effects appear—on the body’s physical functions versus the mind. Drugs that primarily alter bodily functions—such as heart rate, digestion, metabolism, respiratory rate, or motor control—are described as body drugs. They change how the body works without chiefly changing thoughts, feelings, or perceptions. In contrast, drugs labeled as mind drugs mainly influence mental processes like mood, cognition, or consciousness.

Examples help: a medication that lowers blood pressure or modulates heart rhythm mainly targets cardiovascular physiology, so it’s a body drug. A substance that shifts mood or alters perception, on the other hand, targets mental states and would be considered a mind drug.

The other options refer to usage context or purpose rather than the primary target: social drugs describe use in social settings, and performance drugs are about enhancing physical performance. But the core distinction for this question is the primary effect on bodily functions, which makes body drugs the best choice.