ecstasy
3 what is ecstasy?
Ecstasy is a synthetic, psychoactive mind-altering drug with
hallucinogenic and amphetamine-like properties.
Ecstasy, “E” or “molly” most commonly comes in pill form that
contains the substance MDMA, but it can also be injected and taken
in other ways.
Its chemical structure is similar to two other synthetic drugs, MDA
and methamphetamine, which are known to cause brain damage.
Liquid Ecstasy is actually GHB, a nervous system depressant.
GHB is a substance that can also be found in drain cleaner and
floor stripper.
The chemical name of MDMA is N-Methyl-3,4-
methylenedioxyamphetamine.
4 Amphetamine is a stimulant, also known as 'speed'. People taking
the drug get a sense of increased energy, euphoria and a curious
feeling of empathy.
Ecstasy pills are usually swallowed, although some people crush
them up and snort them.
The amount of MDMA in ecstasy pills varies massively. Some pills
sold as ecstasy actually contain other, more dangerous, drugs that
take longer to kick in.
, People usually take MDMA powder by dabbing it onto their gums or
by swallowing it wrapped in a cigarette paper, which is sometimes
called ‘bombing’.
MDMA users often start by dabbing just a small amount of powder
and waiting for the effects to kick in.
MDMA is sometimes taken in conjunction with other psychoactive
drugs such as LSD, mushrooms, and ketamine, an act called
"candy-flipping".
History of ecstasy
Ecstasy was originally developed by Merck pharmaceutical
company in 1912. In its original form, it was known as “MDMA.”
It was used in 1953 by the US Army in psychological warfare tests,
and then resurfaced in the 1960s as a psychotherapy medication to
“lower inhibitions.”
It wasn’t until the 1970s that MDMA started being used as a party
drug.
By the early 1980s, MDMA was being promoted as “the hottest
thing in the continuing search for happiness through chemistry,” and
the “in drug” for many weekend parties.
Still legal in 1984, MDMA was being sold under the brand name
“Ecstasy,” but by 1985, the drug had been banned in the uk due to
safety concerns.
3 what is ecstasy?
Ecstasy is a synthetic, psychoactive mind-altering drug with
hallucinogenic and amphetamine-like properties.
Ecstasy, “E” or “molly” most commonly comes in pill form that
contains the substance MDMA, but it can also be injected and taken
in other ways.
Its chemical structure is similar to two other synthetic drugs, MDA
and methamphetamine, which are known to cause brain damage.
Liquid Ecstasy is actually GHB, a nervous system depressant.
GHB is a substance that can also be found in drain cleaner and
floor stripper.
The chemical name of MDMA is N-Methyl-3,4-
methylenedioxyamphetamine.
4 Amphetamine is a stimulant, also known as 'speed'. People taking
the drug get a sense of increased energy, euphoria and a curious
feeling of empathy.
Ecstasy pills are usually swallowed, although some people crush
them up and snort them.
The amount of MDMA in ecstasy pills varies massively. Some pills
sold as ecstasy actually contain other, more dangerous, drugs that
take longer to kick in.
, People usually take MDMA powder by dabbing it onto their gums or
by swallowing it wrapped in a cigarette paper, which is sometimes
called ‘bombing’.
MDMA users often start by dabbing just a small amount of powder
and waiting for the effects to kick in.
MDMA is sometimes taken in conjunction with other psychoactive
drugs such as LSD, mushrooms, and ketamine, an act called
"candy-flipping".
History of ecstasy
Ecstasy was originally developed by Merck pharmaceutical
company in 1912. In its original form, it was known as “MDMA.”
It was used in 1953 by the US Army in psychological warfare tests,
and then resurfaced in the 1960s as a psychotherapy medication to
“lower inhibitions.”
It wasn’t until the 1970s that MDMA started being used as a party
drug.
By the early 1980s, MDMA was being promoted as “the hottest
thing in the continuing search for happiness through chemistry,” and
the “in drug” for many weekend parties.
Still legal in 1984, MDMA was being sold under the brand name
“Ecstasy,” but by 1985, the drug had been banned in the uk due to
safety concerns.
