Adverse effects of Ecstasy
MDMA can produce euphoria, but it can also provoke unexpected or unwelcome side effects. A review of the negative effects of ecstasy here, with a section at the end for your questions or comments.
Adverse effects of MDMA on behavior
- agitation
- attentional dysfunction
- confused or disoriented behavior
- decreased fine motor skills
- exhibits interest in touch
- impulsiveness
- mood swings
- preoccupation
Adverse effects of MDMA on the brain
- can damage serotonin producing neurons
- catatonic stupor
- changes the regulation of mood, aggression and sleep
- depersonalization
Adverse effects of MDMA on psychology
- amnesia or memory impairment
- confusion
- depression
- drug craving and compulsion
- impairment of cognitive, perception, and mental associations
- insomnia
- paranoia
- severe anxiety
Adverse effects of MDMA on sex and sexuality
- increased libido
- inhibited orgasm
- reduces interest in pleasure from sexual intercourse
- risky sexual behaviors for STDS
Adverse effects of MDMA on body response
- blurred or double vision
- dilated pupils
- dry mouth
- increased light sensitivity
- involuntary jaw clenching
- loss of appetite
- loss of control of body movements
- mild visual disturbances
- sweating
- uncoordinated gait
Adverse effects of MDMA on general health
- anxiety
- disorientation to time and place
- distorted thinking and memory
- distortion of perception
- impaired tracking ability
- perceptual changes
- slow reactions
- subjective excitability
Serious adverse side effects of MDMA
- convulsions
- hallucinations
- pathologically elevated body temperature
- tachycardia
About the author
Lee Weber is a published author, medical writer, and woman in long-term recovery from addiction. Her latest book, The Definitive Guide to Addiction Interventions is set to reach university bookstores in early 2019.
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