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Ecstasy

            
             Ecstasy Chemically, ecstasy is known as methylene-dioxymethamphetamine or MDMA. It falls between two major categories of drugs, hallucinogens and amphetamines. Ecstasy usually comes in the form of a small tablet. In 1914, MDMA was first used as a prescription drug to reduce appetite. However it wasn't until 1981 when American youths first started using it as a recreational drug. It was completely legal in the US until 1985 when it was added to the banned list. It was about the same time that the drug became illegal that its popularity had increased. Ecstasy had spread with the spread of dance clubs and the dance culture. Since 1981 when the drug was first used until now, 19 years later it is estimated that one and half million "E's" are taken every weekend. The reason that ecstasy and dance clubs go hand in hand is the effect it has on the body. After the initial consumption of the pill it takes about twenty minutes to an hour to feel the effects. Initial effects include dry mouth, dilated pupils, and tingling sensations. Most users feel an initial rush kind of like having "butterflies in your stomach" and tingling which is followed by a feeling of a warm euphoric or excited glow which lasts about four to six hours during this time the user feels calm and happy.
            


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1. Ecstasy

... person feel good. However it was made illegal in 1985. Studies are currently underway in Spain and Israel assessing MDMA's effectiveness in the treatment of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Ecstasy has had a wide appeal among young people in the dance world. MDMA has allowed clubbers to experience a feeling during dancing that claims to be a nirvana of emotions. Such dances ... Hypotension Rapid, involuntary eye movements Increased awareness Nausea-vomiting Restlessness Increased senses Headaches Change in body tension Urge to hug and kiss Post trip crashes Hangover Medical affects...

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2. Ecstasy

... tension. Giddiness, dizziness, headache, vomiting, fainting, sudden feeling of fatigue, irritation, and confusion are all minor less serious effects (Burkill). Dangerous or serious effects from Ecstasy are very harmful and could cause death. It effects the heart and blood vessels causing hypertension, which is abnormal high blood pressure. This serious because it can lead to ... help develop antibody-secreting cells). It increases the Natural Killer cell count, which help kill certain tumors, defend against infections and diseases, and help regulate blood formation. Ecstasy decreases th...

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3. Ecstasy Abuse

... of or seen the horrible effects caused by cocaine, crack cocaine, heroine or LSD, and a certain negative stigma has been attached to them. However ecstasy is a relatively new drug and not much research has been completed on its side effects. Also the younger generation has seen the effects of the older ... , and feel they fit better into the rave scene. Unfortunately there still is not enough knowledge on exactly what the long term side effects of ecstasy are; however, the research that has been done shows some very serious side effects. One of these horrible side effects is called MDMA ...

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4. Ecstasy

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5. Ecstasy

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6. Ecstasy

... many psychotherapists as a very effective way to for people to deal with personal issues and "open up" and effectively discuss their personal issues with others. 3.) As a replacement for speed. Because Ecstasy is amphetamine, it is also used as a replacement for speed, which is usually used for typical activities that require concentration, motivation, and energy. Some of these activities include, but are ... effects of the drug have worn off. One study, that was conducted with rats and nonhuman primates, showed that a single does of MDMA (only slightly larger than the size of Ecstasy pi...

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7. Ecstasy

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8. ECSTASY : Dangerous Drug?

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9. Ecstasy

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10. Ecstasy

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