Psychoactive drug classifications

• Dovetail, Queensland Health

This animated video explains three common classifications for psychoactive drugs: depressants, stimulants, and hallucinogens. It outlines the different effects drugs can have and highlights the risks of polydrug use.

Video length: 1:40

• Increased knowledge of psychoactive drug classifications.

Expert Review*:

The video was developed by Dovetail, a Queensland Health program that provides information and support to workers, services, and communities who engage with young people affected by alcohol and other drug use. The video clearly defines common classifications for psychoactive drugs and uses animations to demonstrate engage the viewer.

*Review provided by researchers at the Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use at the University of Sydney.