What is Ecstasy?

Ecstasy is a synthetic, hallucinogenic drug. It comes in a tablet shape, and is often branded with the dealers logo. The drug, which is considered a stimulant, has recently sky-rocketed in popularity. Nicknames for Ecstasy include; Adam, Molly (a crystalline form of ecstasy) , E, XTC, and Roll. In short-term, the trug causes an energy rush, and often boosts self confidence. Desires for sexual contact are common as well. Early effects also include blurry vision, sweating, nausea and increases in heart rate. In extreme cases, cardiovascular failure leads to death. In the long-term this drug causes major brain cell damage, often leading to memory loss and senses are negatively effected as well. "MDMA (Ecstasy or Molly)." NIDA for Teens. N.p., n.d. Web. 24 Nov. 2013.