1. MDMA-Ecstasy

2. Ecstasy, ADAM, XTC Illegal drug-stimulant and psychedelic Taken in tablet form Effects last 3- hours

3. Ingredients Methamphetamines Caffeine Diet drug ephedrine Cough syrup

4. What it looks like and how it is used. Ecstasy comes in a tablet form that is often branded, e.g. Playboy bunnies, Nike swoosh, CK. Taken in pill form, users sometimes take Ecstasy at “raves,” clubs and other parties to keep on dancing and for mood enhancement.

5. X and your brain Exerts effects on neurons that use serotonin – Serotonin plays role in regulating mood, aggression, sexual activity, sleep and sensitivity to pain.

6. Heath Hazards Addictive Increase in heart rate/blood pressure Blurred vision Seizures Withdrawal symptoms – Fatigue, loss of appetite, depression, anxiety

7. Physical Effects Interferes with body’s ability to regulate temperature – Hyperthermia, liver, kidney, cardiovascular system failure and death