reverse tolerance

an effect of certain drugs, usually psychoactive substances (particularly CNS stimulants), in which repeated use alters the body’s sensitivity so that repeated administration of the drug will enhance its effects. Also called sensitization. Compare tolerance.

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December 21st 2024

serial recall

recalling items in the order in which they were presented. For instance, to remember a telephone number, the digits must be correctly sequenced. See also serial memory.