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Ecstasy. Overview. The facts about Ecstasy Why people choose to use it How it Works Short and Long Term Effects. What is Ecstasy?. Synthetic Stimulant Really, what is it?. Why People Use Ecstasy?. Tell us your thoughts. Social Influences. How Does it Work?.
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Overview The facts about Ecstasy • Why people choose to use it • How it Works • Short and Long Term Effects
What is Ecstasy? • Synthetic • Stimulant • Really, what is it?
Why People Use Ecstasy? Tell us your thoughts.
How Does it Work? • Effects start approximately 15 minutes after you ingest the pill • Effects last for about 4 – 6 hours • The Cycle • Boosting/ Stacking
What We Know Ecstasy has both short term and long term effects on... • Emotions and Experiences • Brain
Serotonin Neuron Ecstasy Serotonin
Serotonin Mood and Emotions Aggression Sleep Appetite Anxiety Memory Perceptions
Short Term Effects • Dry mouth • Increased heart rate
Long Term Effects I • Depression • Sleep disruption • Irritability • Paranoia and panic attacks
Long Term Effects • Depression • Lack of coordination • Tremors • Liver damage • Heart attacks • Tolerance – Addiction
Nonuser Serotonin Levels User
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