Ecstasy (MDMA) Facts

Ecstasy (MDMA) is known as a “club” drug because it is often used at clubs or raves. It is a synthetic, mind altering drug that causes hallucinations. Ecstasy is highly addictive and the effects can last for days or weeks. Although some teens use club drugs, the use of ecstasy has dropped dramatically in the past few years. What have you heard about ecstasy? What opportunities are there for teens to use ecstasy in your community? For more information on the dangers posed by ecstasy, please visit http://www.nida.nih.gov/Infofacts/ecstasy.html.