ECSTASY: The Basics:

*Other names: MDMA, XTC, E, love drug

*Usually in a tablet form and is usually ingested although it can be smoked or injected(which are rare occurrences)

*MDMA causes the release of seratonin to the brain

*Acute depletion of seratonin can lead to paranoia, panic and anxiety

* It is 60% stimulant, 40% hallucinogenic

Long Term Effects:
*High dosage can induce panic, depression, anxiety and mental confusion
*User fails to identify danger signs: i.e increased need for physical activity user may be unaware of their need for fluids (dehydration) or rest (over exhaustion)
Short Term Effects:
*Heigtened interpersonal feelings towards others
*Increased self esteem and feelings of personal insight into oneself
*User will acieve a general state of euphoria
*Increased need for physical activity (such as dancing)
*Increased sense of touch and taste and user will have intesified sense of coulor
*Increased heart rate, sweating and dry mouth and may have blurred vision