• Molly/Mandy

• E

• X

• XTC

• Rapture

• Bliss

• Euphoria

• Elation

What is Ecstasy?-

• Ecstasy is an illegal synthetic drug that stimulant and a mild hallucinogen.

• Ecstasy works by flooding the brain with chemicals such as serotonin, dopamine, and nor-epinephrine Which gives the person a feeling of intense energy , emotional warmth, empathy, and euphoria.

• Ecstasy pills come in a huge variety of bright, pastel and dark colours because manufacturers add different dyes.

• Ecstasy is most commonly swallowed as a pill, tablet or capsule

Influence to use Ecstasy-

• Teenagers are driven to use ecstasy because of multiple reasons. Some of the main reasons are because of peer pressure (can be interpersonal or societal depends who/where they are), Could also be because people around them are doing it and their saying how great it is (can be interpersonal or societal depends on who/where they are)

Positives-

• Intense euphoria: Users experience a powerful sense of happiness, general well-being, and emotional warmth due to a massive release of serotonin.

• Increased energy: As a stimulant, it provides a surge of physical energy and alertness, allowing users to stay active or dance for extended periods.

• Reduced social anxiety: It significantly lowers inhibitions and fear responses, making individuals feel more confident, open, and secure in social settings.

Negatives-

• Bruxism: Users frequently experience involuntary jaw-clenching and teeth-grinding.

• Memory impairment: Frequent or high-dose use can damage serotonin axons, leading to long-term issues with concentration, memory, and cognitive focus.

• Toxic cutting agents: Street ecstasy pills are rarely pure and are frequently mixed with highly dangerous substances like fentanyl, PMA, or synthetic cathinones (“bath salts”).

Possession and personal use-

• Having any amount of ecstasy on you or in your property with you knowing is a criminal offence, The maximum punishment for this is 3 months in prison and/or a $500 fine. First time offenders usually only get a fine and skip jail time. possessing 5 grams or more (or 100 flakes, tablets, or capsules) legally creates a presumption that you possess the drug for supply, which shifts the legal burden to you to prove otherwise.

Supplying, dealing and manufacturing-

• If a person is caught dealing, supplying or manufacturing ecstasy pills, powder or flakes it is classified as Class B which can lead to 14 years in prison, With more strict rules enforced in prison. Supplying ecstasy includes selling, giving or even sharing a single pill with another person.

permitting premises or vehicles to be used-

• people can also face severe penalties if they allow their home, building, or car to be used by someone else to make, use, or transport ecstasy. If they are aware that this activity is happening on their property or in your vehicle, you can be charged. The maximum penalty for this offence is 7 years in prison, and the courts have the power to seize and confiscate any vehicles involved.

Safety-

• The safest choice is to avoid ecstasy entirely, but teenagers can reduce immediate risks by staying with sober friends and setting up a coded text plan with parents for a safe ride home. To prevent severe health complications, they should never mix substances, must sip water moderately (1–2 cups per hour depending on activity) to avoid dangerous overheating or water intoxication

Scenario: It is the start of interval; you receive a text. The text is from your friend. Your friend tells you to meet them at the back of the field to use Ecstasy with them. 

a. State what 3 options are that you have in this scenario.

1. Say yes and go to the back of the field with your friend.

2. Say No and stay with your other friends.

3. Say No and tell the teacher on your friend.

b. Explain what the consequences are of each of these options. (Positive and negative consequences of each option are higher-level thinking.)

1. You say yes and you do it with your friend (neg) and you gain more friendship status with your friend (Pos).

2. Your friend might get mad (neg) but you’ll stay out of trouble (Pos).

3. You’ll let a trusted adult know and can help stop your friend from harming themselves (Pos) You will probably lose a friendship (neg)