Ecstasy Addiction

Some of the Facts About Ecstasy

• When most people refer to Ecstasy they are usually referring to 3,4- methylenedioxymethamphetamine, or MDMA. Patented in Germany before World War I, MDMA was not tested on humans until the 70’s. Chemically, it’s structurally similar to both amphetamine and mescaline, a hallucinogen.
   
• In 1985, the Drug Enforcement Administration ordered that MDMA be classified as an illegal drug. However, that did little to stop its spread on the black market. By the mid-90’s, Ecstasy had become a popular "club drug" in Australia,  Europe, the U.S., and other parts of the world.
   
• A dangerous trend has become pervasive and often proves fatal: In attempts to prolong the effects of the drug and enhance the "I love everyone" feelings, "stacking"--using multiple doses in one night--or combining Ecstasy with alcohol or other drugs is becoming increasingly widespread.
   
• At GATS we are also alarmed by commonly used impure forms of Ecstasy (laced with other drugs), as well as look-alike pills. Other critical concerns include the drug’s capacity to accelerate dehydration and overheating, which, especially at crowded dance clubs, has been the cause of death in some cases.
   

• Some of the slang terms for Ecstasy include:

  • B-bombs
    
  • Disco biscuit
    
  • Essence
    
  • Go
    
  • Hug Drug
    
  • Love drug
    
  • Scooby snacks
  • Sweeties
    
  • Wheels
    
  • "X"
    
  • Adding to the already existing dangerous potential of Ecstasy is the fact that, increasingly, other drugs altogether are being passed off as Ecstasy and that Ecstasy pills are sold heavily laced with other dangerous drugs such as PCP.
    

  • • "Ecstasy" is a drug more formally known as MDMA ( (+/-) 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine.)

    • Usually taken in the form of small pills, MDMA typically takes 30-45 minutes to take effect and lasts for 3-5 hours. (After-effects may be felt for several days.)

    • Popular among teenagers and young adults, MDMA is probably most often taken at homes in the Australia, but is best known for its association with all-night dance parties called 'raves'.

    • MDMA works primarily by releasing  a neurotransmitter (seretonin) important in mood, sleep, and appetite.

    • MDMA typically produces a 'high' consisting of relaxation, high energy levels, and euphoria ('joy'). MDMA is not a hallucinogen, although it can produce mild visual effects (colors seem brighter, textures may seem 'smoother'.)

  • • MDMA related injuries and deaths are often the result of heatstroke from overdose and/or prolonged dancing in nightclubs.

  • With frequent use (in some cases as little as once a month) MDMA can lead to memory and emotional problems such as anxiety. These symptoms usually go away with prolonged abstinance. It is very important you get help when you begin to have any symptoms.

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