Ecstasy

Physiological Effects
- Blurred vision
- Body temperature can increase to 109 degrees if combined with physical exertion.
- Increases blood pressure and heart rate.
- Muscle tension
- Nausea
- Tremors
Psychological Effects
- An enhanced sense of pleasure
- Feelings of emotional closeness coupled with the breakdown of personal communication barriers
- Greater self confidence
- Increased sense of energy
- A sense of peace with oneself and the world
- Serotonin levels in the brain are affected
Short-Term Effects
- Amnesia
- Confusion
- Depression
- Drug craving
- Ecstasy suppresses the desire to eat, drink or sleep
- Hallucinations
- Paranoia
- Problems sleeping
- Severe anxiety
Long-Term Effects
- May alter motor skills giving the user the appearance of suffering from Parkinson's disease
- Permanent brain damage in the areas of critical to thought and memory
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