1. Ecstasy during Adolescents and Effects By: Jeanielle

2. Depending on the dosage of ecstasy an adolescent takes, what short term effect could it have on them and how many adolescents take ecstasy now?

3. What Is Ecstasy? Please click on the link in the comment to watch the video. Thank You

4. Ecstasy Statistics Different parts of the world and different age group take take ecstasy.

5. Ecstasy Statistics Compared to Other Drugs

6. Effects of Ecstasy on younger and older adolescents Ages 12-17Ages 18-25  Drug goes through body faster (because its not fully developed yet)  Symptoms appear quicker  Affects the brain faster (because body and brain is not fully developed yet)  Effects occur within 20-60 minutes after in take  Small dosages won’t make one loose control (because body is developed)  Damage to the brain is not big compared to ages 12-17

7. Low-Medium Effects of Ecstasy A sudden boost of energy and confidence A sudden feeling of closeness to strangers Blurred vision Involuntary teeth clenching Chills and sweating Muscle Cramping

8. High Dosage of Ecstasy High blood pressure Faintness Panic attacks Loss of consciousness Seizures (severe cases) Floating sensations (hallucinations) Vomiting

9. Conclusion Ecstasy is a gateway drug Different age group and dosage gives out different effects Effects can be severe or not but is still dangerous

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