Ecstasy

Ecstasy, also known as MDMA or 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine, is a synthetic drug that has been used in psychotherapy and experimental medicine since the 1970s. MDMA was first synthesized by German scientists in the late nineteenth century, but it did not become widely known until the 1970s when it was used as a recreational drug. MDMA is a stimulant and hallucinogenic drug that produces feelings of increased energy, emotional warmth, and enhanced tactile sensations. It also produces feelings of closeness and empathy to other people, which is why it is sometimes referred to as an “empathogen.” In the medical setting, MDMA has been used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder and anxiety disorders, as well as to help people with terminal illnesses come to terms with their condition. MDMA has also been used in combination with psychotherapy to treat addiction. The effects of MDMA usually last around three to four hours, and it is known to be relatively safe when used in a controlled setting.