Ecstasy
What is Ecstasy (MDMA)?
MDMA is an illegal drug that acts as both a stimulant and psychedelic, producing an energizing effect, as well as distortions in time and perception and enhanced enjoyment from tactile experiences.
How is MDMA taken?
MDMA is taken orally, usually in a tablet or capsule, and its effects last approximately 3 to 6 hours. The average reported dose is one to two tablets, with each tablet typically containing between 60 and 120 milligrams of MDMA.
Can MDMA effect the brain
Yes. MDMA can affect the brain by altering the activity of chemical messengers, or neutrotransmitters, which enable nerve cells in the brain to communicate with one another. MDMA raises body temperature . One rare but largely, unpredictable occasions, this has let do servere medical consequences including death.
Is MDMA used with other drugs or chemicals?
As with many other drugs or abuse, MDMA is rarely used alone. It is not uncommon for users to mix MDMA with other substances, such as alcohol and marijuana.
Are there effective treatments for MDMA abuse?
There are no specific treatments for MDMA abuse. The most effective treatments for drug abuse and addictions are congnitive behavorial interventions that are designed to help modify the abuser's thinking, expectancies, and behaviors.
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