Ecstasy: The Facts
Using a fast-paced MTV documentary style, this video explores the skyrocketing use of the
club drug known as ecstasy. Viewers learn that ecstasy (also
known as MDMA) first gained popularity at all-night teen dance parties
called raves. More recently, the drug has become widely available to
middle school and high school students nationwide. Viewers will learn that ecstasy can
promote euphoria and cause hallucinations as well as suppress the need to eat and
sleep. Additionally, it causes accelerated heartbeat, high blood pressure, fainting,
muscle cramps and panic attacks. Most important, ecstasy can kill--as the story of
Morgan tragically demonstrates. Experts also point out that ecstasy is
psychologically addictive and can cause paranoia and psychosis. Program also reveals the
troubling new danger of a look-alike drug, MDA. After viewing this video, students
will understand that ecstasy is a dangerous drug to be avoided at all costs.
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