What is it?
Origins & Forms
Street Names
Effects on Body & Mind
Abuse, Legality, & Risks
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This drug acts as both a stimulant and psychedelic.

Ecstasy 

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MDMA is a synthetic drug made in these locations.

clandestine labs

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This letter is one of the most common slang terms for MDMA.

"E" or "X"

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This chemical in the brain is primarily affected by MDMA.

Serotonin

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MDMA is classified under this DEA Schedule.

Schedule 1

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MDMA is commonly used to promote these feelings, including closeness and euphoria.

empathy, euphoria, and sexuality

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Most MDMA in the U.S. is smuggled in from these two countries.

Canada and the Netherlands

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This cuddly nickname reflects the touchy-feely effects of MDMA.

The "Hug Drug"
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A dangerous rise in body temperature caused by MDMA is called this.

Hyperthermia

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MDMA is rarely used alone and is often combined with these two substances

Alcohol and Marijuana

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This term describes taking several MDMA tablets at once.

Stacking

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This is the most common form in which MDMA is sold.

Tablet form

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These slang terms for MDMA suggest clarity or a peaceful state.

Clarity and Peace

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Long-term use of MDMA may damage this brain system.

Serotonin System

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This stimulant and this dissociative drug are often found in fake MDMA tablets.

Methamphetamine and Ketamine

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A practice where users mix MDMA and LSD.

Candy Flipping

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These colorful designs on pills serve as brand names for users.

Logos

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This fruity-sounding name is sometimes confused with a biblical reference.

"Adam" or "Eve"

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These physical effects include muscle tension, sweating, and teeth clenching.

Unwanted physical side effects

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Because it interferes with its own breakdown, this effect can happen quickly.

Buildup of toxic levels or overdose

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This often occurs when users take more MDMA trying to reach a desired effect with fake pills.

Overdose and death

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MDMA can also be found in these three other forms besides tablets.

capsules, powder, and liquid

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This slang name for MDMA sounds like a breakfast food.

"Beans"

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These psychological symptoms can linger long after MDMA use.

confusion, depression, and drug craving

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MDMA produces effects similar to these two drugs.

amphetamines and mescaline