refractory period

a period of inactivity after a neuron or muscle cell has undergone excitation. As the cell is being repolarized, it will not respond to any stimulus during the early part of the refractory period, called the absolute refractory period. In the subsequent relative refractory period, it will respond only to a stronger than normal stimulus.

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February 28th 2025

amphetamine psychosis

see amphetamine-induced psychotic disorder.