Which of the following is NOT listed by NIDA as a commonly abused category alongside Narcotic/Opioid and Stimulants/Cocaine?

• A. Hallucinogens
• B. Depressants
• C. Cannabis
• D. Prescription medications

Answer: (B)

NIDA’s materials categorize commonly abused drugs into several broad groups, with Narcotic/Opioid and Stimulants/Cocaine highlighted together and then other distinct categories such as Hallucinogens, Cannabis, and Prescription Medications. Depressants, while a real drug class (including substances like alcohol and some sedatives), aren’t named as a separate common category in that particular listing. That’s why this option is the one that does not appear alongside Narcotic/Opioid and Stimulants/Cocaine. The other options—hallucinogens, cannabis, and prescription medications—are clearly listed as separate categories by NIDA.