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Ecstasy does not mix well with other drugs, for example mixing ecstasy with alcohol can increase dehydration and fever, ecstasy and hallucinogens can magnify hallucinations, ecstasy and stimulants can further increase heart rate and blood pressure.

"Ecstasy (MDMA)." UXL Encyclopedia of Drugs and Addictive Substances, Gale, 2010. Health & Wellness Resource Center, http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/CV2646400020/HWRC?u=lom_inac&sid=HWRC&xid=092515d8. Accessed 16 May 2018.

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-Molly
-MDMA
-Vitamin E
-Hug Drug
-California Surprise
-Scooby Snacks
-XTC
-Elephant
-Snowball
-Egg Rolls
-Disco Biscuits
-E bomb
-Smarties

“What Are Some Street Names for Ecstasy? Learn Common Names for Ecstasy to Spot an Addiction and Get Help.” Better Addiction Care, betteraddictioncare.com/substance-abuse-resources/ecstasy-street-names/.

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https://docs.google.com/document/d/1osu4V50e3y3YE3FspYeAVh5MTWzGiJ2TNs7k-yxytYU/edit

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-Double drop
-Raving
-Rolling
-Thizzing
-Flipping

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Ecstasy is an illicit drug which comes in the form of a pill or capsule. It's often used at parties, raves and nightclubs due to its desired effects. Most ecstasy pills are rarely 100% pure ecstasy, they're usually a mixture of other illicit drugs such as cocaine, caffeine, ketamine or opiods. Ecstasy pills have in various colours and designs and can either be taken orally or crushed up and snorted. Snorting ecstasy causes the effects to kick in sooner since it reaches the brain quicker.

National Institute on Drug Abuse. “MDMA (Ecstasy/Molly).” NIDA, www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/mdma-ecstasymolly.

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Ecstasy is seen as a party drug and is commonly found on college campuses and parties. Teens may think this drug makes parties more "fun" due to the energy and feeling of happiness or they might do it out of peer pressure or even boredom. Ecstasy can cause usually shy people to feel more outgoing which can often be appealing to teens. Ecstasy pills come in different colours, shapes and have cute patterns printed on them such as hearts, stars, Mickey Mouse etc. This may seen intriguing to teens as it looks like a small pill which is a lot less intimidating than injecting, smoking or snorting a substance.

McKenzie, Precious. "Why Do Friends Turn to Drugs?" Helping a Friend with a Drug Problem, Rosen Publishing, 2017, pp. 22-28. How Can I Help? Friends Helping Friends. Gale Virtual Reference Library

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Ecstasy is a schedule 1 drug which was named illegal in 1985. The production and sale of this drug is illegal which causes the laboratories creating it to operate in secret. Ecstasy cannot be prescribed as doctors have found no safe medical use. Since they cannot be prescribed, they cannot be government or medically regulated, which means this drugs can contain just about anything.

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-Depression
-Memory Loss
-Reduces serotonin which is a brain chemical that regulates mood, behavoiour, sexual activity, sleep and pain
-Reduced cognitive function
-Brain damage

Kuypers, Kim P. C., et al. "Verbal Memory Impairment in Polydrug Ecstasy Users: A Clinical Perspective." PLoS ONE, vol. 11, no. 2, 2016. Health & Wellness Resource Center, http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/A444055302/HWRC?u=lom_inac&sid=HWRC&xid=d1cdb492. Accessed 16 May 2018.

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-Clenched jaw
-Dehydration
-Fever
-Anxiety
-Muscle tension
-Nausea
-Blurred vision
-Tremors
-Seizures
-Increased body temperature
-Chills and sweating
-Aggression

"Ecstasy (MDMA)." UXL Encyclopedia of Drugs and Addictive Substances, Gale, 2010. Health & Wellness Resource Center, http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/CV2646400020/HWRC?u=lom_inac&sid=HWRC&xid=092515d8. Accessed 16 May 2018.

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-During a raid in April 2005, there were 5 million ecstasy tablets which were found which is a street value of about 250 million
-In 2002 there were 72 deaths due to ecstasy in Florida alone
-FDA has approved of a trial study of ecstasy on terminally ill patients to ease their suffering
-Since ecstasy can cause severe dehydration, some users have died from drinking too much water to quench their thirst which causes their brain to swell.

-In a study it showed that 37% of regular night clubbers have used ecstasy

-Each week there are approximately 2 million tablets of ecstasy smuggled into the US
"Ecstasy (MDMA)." UXL Encyclopedia of Drugs and Addictive Substances, Gale, 2010. Health & Wellness Resource Center, http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/CV2646400020/HWRC?u=lom_inac&sid=HWRC&xid=092515d8. Accessed 16 May 2018.

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Ecstasy was first created by German scientists in 1910 who were studying amphetamines. This drug become popular during the Cold War period (1941-1991) because it was tested by the US Army of Strategic Services. They were searching for a drug which caused violent and aggressive behavior, ecstasy didn't fit this requirement. This caused the drugs popularity to deteriorate. During the 1960's and 1970's ecstasy was not classified as an illegal drug, however no drug company was producing it. It was sometimes used by psychiatrist on their patients to help enhance emotions and feelings of closeness. However further studies showed ecstasy caused brain damage, which was then named illegal in 1985. Ecstasy peaked during the 1990's and was most popular at raves and parties.

"Ecstasy (MDMA)." UXL Encyclopedia of Drugs and Addictive Substances, Gale, 2010. Health & Wellness Resource Center, http://link.galegroup.com/apps/doc/CV2646400020/HWRC?u=lom_inac&sid=HWRC&xid=092515d8. Accessed 16 May 2018.

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-Euphoria
-Energetic
-Feeling light and carefree
-Hallucinations
-Heightened emotions such as happiness
-Enhances feelings of kindness
-Outgoing
-Ability to stay awake all night
-Affectionate towards others

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Ecstasy is a synthetic drug used as a stimulant. It's scientific name is methylenedioxymethamphetamine also known as MDMA.