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1. www.drugs.com › illicit › ecstasyEcstasy (MDMA): Effects, Hazards & Extent of Use - Drugs.com

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   What is Ecstasy? Ecstasy (MDMA, 3,4 methylenedioxymethamphetamine), also commonly called Molly, is a synthetic (lab made), psychoactive drug chemically similar to the stimulant methamphetamine and the hallucinogen mescaline.

2. www.dea.gov › factsheets › ecstasy-or-mdma-also-known-mollyEcstasy Or MDMA (also Known As Molly) - DEA.gov

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   What is ECSTASY/MDMA? Ecstasy/MDMA acts as both a stimulant and hallucinogen, producing an energizing effect, distortions in time and perception, and enhanced enjoyment of tactile experiences. Adolescents and young adults use it to reduce inhibitions and to promote: • Euphoria, feelings of closeness, empathy, and sexuality.

3. nida.nih.gov › publications › research-reportsWhat is MDMA? | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

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   MDMA is a synthetic drug that acts as a stimulant and hallucinogen. 15–17 It produces an energizing effect, distortions in time and perception, and enhanced enjoyment from sensory experiences. It has also been described as an entactogen—a drug that can increase self-awareness and empathy. 1,2,18. Ecstasy is often used to refer to MDMA in ...

4. nida.nih.gov › research-topics › mdma-ecstasy-mollyMDMA (Ecstasy/Molly) | National Institute on Drug Abuse

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   Apr 19, 2024 · Highlights. MDMA, also called Molly or Ecstasy, is a lab-made (synthetic) drug that has effects similar to stimulants like methamphetamine. Some researchers and organizations consider MDMA to be a psychedelic drug because it can also mildly alter visual and time perception.

5. www.dea.gov › sites › defaultDrug Fact Sheet: Ectasty/MDMA - DEA.gov

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   WHAT IS ECSTASY/MDMA? MDMA acts as both a stimulant and psychedelic, producing an energizing effect, distortions in time and perception, and enhanced enjoyment of tactile experiences. Adolescents and young adults use it to reduce inhibitions and to promote: • Euphoria, feelings of closeness, empathy, and sexuality

6. www.britannica.com › science › Ecstasy-drugEcstasy | MDMA or E, Euphoria-inducing Stimulant ...

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   Apr 28, 2024 · Ecstasy, which is taken in pill or powder form, also has a chemical relationship to the psychedelic drug mescaline. Developed in 1913 as an appetite suppressant and patented by Merck & Co. the following year, the drug was not originally approved for release.

7. nida.nih.gov › publications › research-reportsWhat are the effects of MDMA? | National Institute on Drug ...

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   MDMA (Ecstasy) Abuse Research Report. What are the effects of MDMA? Acute Effects. A person may experience the intoxicating effects of MDMA within 45 minutes or so after taking a single dose.