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Ecstasy / MDMA
Ecstasy / MDMA
MDMA/Ecstasy was created in 1912 by chemist Anton Kollisch. Throughout time, many experiments and scientific studies were conducted with the drug to determine its potential uses. MDMA/Ecstasy first appeared on the street in the 1970’s, its popularity grew at that time because of its use for Psychotherapy; it was often used in marriage counseling to help couples become more “romantic”. In 1980, the drug appeared throughout the nightclub scene, and in the late 1980’s it was widely used within the “rave” culture.
The chronic use of MDMA/Ecstasy will lead to increased rates of depression and anxiety, and will affect long-term memory and will produce severe cognitive impairment. Studies are ongoing concerning the long-term effects of MDMA/Ecstasy. However, the short-term effects are very real and potentially deadly. MDMA/Ecstasy is still a very popular drug amongst first time users, and will continue to affect the lives of those using this drug.
The effects of MDMA / Ecstasy happen within 30-60 minutes of use, and will last up to four to six hours.
The side effects include: Euphoria – Decreased hostility and insecurity – Lock jaw & teeth grinding – heart rate and blood pressure will increase – Increased body temperature – Short-term memory loss
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Facts about GHB
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GHB – Gamma-Hydroxybutyric Acid
The human body naturally produces GHB in the central nervous system. It was first produce synthetically in 1874 by “Alexander Zaytsey” and it was not researched for human usage until the 1960s by Dr. Henri Labonti. In the early years it was widely used a crossed Europe as a sleeping agent and at child birth. As time went on the medical community began to realize abuse and dependency on the drug and more regulations were put in place.
GHB has several different street names; “ Liquid Ecstasy”, “Liquid X”, “Liquid G”. When a small amount of GHB is consumed the user will feel an overall feeling of euphoria and well being. When taken in larger amounts the following will occur;
Drowsiness
Dizziness
Depressed Breathing
Amnesia
Nausea
Unconsciousness
When used recreationally in most cases the drug will be a white crystalline type of powder, and it will have a salty taste, and will be odorless and colorless. This has made the drug very popular in the clubs, because it is odorless and colorless it has been used as a date rape drug. This occurs when the drug is mixed into their drinks and the person becomes vulnerable and intoxicated from the GHB and the alcohol.
GHB is both physically and psychologically addictive and has very long and uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms. Overdose on GHB is very difficult to treat and has caused death in many cases.
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