By Jenny Aho and Evan Enquist ECSTACY And

By Jenny Aho and Evan Enquist ECSTACY And other Rave Designer Drugs

Background and n n n HISTORY Ecstasy was first invented by German chemist Merck It’s chemical name is MDMA (methylenedioxymethamphetamine) Rave drugs are used to enhance the music and good feelings during partying and dancing. Also used to increase sensuality and sexuality. Ecstasy pills are sold heavily laced with other dangerous drugs such as PCP Designer drugs are structurally similar to both amphetamine, mescaline, and PCP, all hallucinogens. Rave, designer, and club drugs, including ecstasy, are often used at underground clubs and parties to create a feeling of euphoria for the user.

Nick. Names ECSTASY: n n n n n X E Adam XTC hug Beans love drug Disco biscuit Essence Go Scooby snacks Sweeties Wheels Euro One, two, five The red playboy Sunrise And many others…

ECSTACY

ICE (Smoke-able Meth. ) n n n n n The effects of using methamphetamines may include: extreme elation wakefulness alertness enhanced self-confidence aggression talkativeness loss of appetite increased initiative increased physical activity Withdrawal symptoms may include: severe craving deep depression fatigue inertia paranoia psychosis

Important facts about Meth (Ice) n n n n n recrystalized methamphetamine hydrochloride potent stimulant dissolves in water and breaks down to smaller particles Releases dopamine and noradrenalin in the central nervous system, making Ice a "power drug". followed by prolonged depression and fatigue meth effects last for up to 24 hrs Smoked known on the street as SNOT very addictive

OTHER DESIGNER Drugs: GHB, Rohypnol, and Ketamine GHB n n n ROHYPNOL Street names include n Liquid Ecstasy, Soap, Easy Lay, G, Grievous Bodily Harm, Scoop, n Water, and Georgia Home Boy. n Drinkable, in clear, n slightly salty tasting liquid resembling "Mr. Bubbles soap" or a white powder Acts as Central Nervous n System depressant; n Euphoria, relaxation, nausea & vomiting, loss of gag reflex, amnesia / deep sleep Coma and seizures can occur following abuse of GHB produces withdrawal effects include insomnia, anxiety, tremors, and sweating. known as "rophies , " "rophies, " "roofies, " "roach, ” or “rope” Comes in oral tablet (pill) form Greatly used for date rape When mixed with alcohol, Rohypnol can incapacitate victims and prevent them from resisting sexual assault Causes memory loss Popular amongst high school students who take the drug with alcohol or after ingesting cocaine. KETAMINE n n n also known as "Special K" or "vitamin K". Liquid can be injected or powder that is snorted causes dream-like states and hallucinations common in club and rave scenes and has been used as a date rape drug high doses, can cause delirium, amnesia, impaired motor function, high blood pressure, depression, and potentially fatal respiratory problems. Anesthetic used by vets for pet surgery

Negative Side Effects Psychological Difficulties n 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. n confusion depression sleep problem severe anxiety Paranoia Addiction, or a psychological need for rave drugs may develop. Sometimes feelings of inability to enjoy self without these drugs. Physical Problems n 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. A national helpline is 1 -800 -874 -8495 A local helpline is 1 -886 -845 -8975 muscle tension involuntary teeth clenching, Nausea blurred vision faintness chills sweating Use of the drug also associated with increase in heart rate and blood pressure

Other Consequences n n n Often the heightened feeling of sensuality can lead to unprotected sex, or even rape. Ecstasy makes your body use fluid rapidly, so death often occurs from dehydration. These drugs are often laced with other, more deadly drugs.

INTERESTING FACTS l. Designer drugs is a term coined for pills that are chemically engineered to have specific effects on the human body and mind. l. To begin with, chemists would slightly alter the chemical structures of the drugs to create a not-yet-illegal drug. (Now all designer drugs are illegal) l. The actual pills often show a logo that is a common-known brand name, coined from the idea of “designer drugs. ” l. Ecstasy use causes jaw clenching and teeth grinding so users often chew glowing pacifiers. l. The hallucinatory effects are often enhanced at raves by using glow sticks, black lights, and other wild displays of color. l. In attempts to prolong the effects of the drug and enhance the “I love everyone” feelings, “stacking” (taking multiple doses in one night) or combining Ecstasy with alcohol or other drugs is becoming widespread.