Ecstasy Addiction Treatment

What is MDMA?

3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), better known as “ecstasy,” “molly,” or “E,” is a synthetic drug, usually consumed in a pill, tablet, or capsule form. This illegal drug is unique because it has both stimulant and hallucinogenic effects, which is why it’s used mostly as a party drug. Stimulant effects in the drug cause the user to feel a heightened feeling of pleasure, an increased feeling of self-confidence, and boosted energy. The hallucinogenic effects create a sense of peacefulness and empathy towards others. It has been reported that users of MDMA have an unusual feeling of connectedness with others, even total strangers. A user will abuse ecstasy for its side effects, which include:

  • Diminishing inhibitions
  • The user feeling a state of euphoria
  • Strengthened feelings of connectedness with others
  • Increased pleasure from physical touch
  • Increased alertness
  • Enhanced energy
  • Loss of time

Dangers of Ecstasy Abuse

Ecstasy is at most times combined with other drugs such as caffeine, ketamine, and cocaine. In addition, users may take multiple doses of MDMA, which can seriously damage a user’s body. Extreme or high doses of the drug can affect the body’s ability to regulate temperature. This can result in organ failure, including heart, kidney, and liver failure. In more severe cases, death has even occurred.

Furthermore, because MDMA is known to lower a person’s inhibitions and create a sense of closeness with others, ecstasy users are more apt to have unprotected sex. This can result in unwanted pregnancy and the contraction of sexually transmitted diseases, such as HIV/AIDS and hepatitis.

An individual can experience physical withdrawal symptoms that are usually uncomfortable, but highly unlikely to be life-threatening. On the other hand, MDMA can produce serious psychological withdrawal symptoms for an abuser of the drug. Attempting to quit “cold turkey” is strongly discouraged and seeking the aid of addiction treatment specialists is imperative to a person’s health and safety. Some of the withdrawal symptoms you should be aware of include:

  • Agitation
  • Anxiety
  • Cravings & Obsessions
  • Depression
  • Paranoia
  • Insomnia
  • Poor memory
  • Change in self-perception
  • Irritability
  • Decreased Appetite

Since MDMA is usually cut with other chemicals and/or drugs, it is difficult to determine how each person will react. This is also the case for the detox process. What one person experiences during withdrawal may be entirely different for another.

Warning Signs Of Ecstasy Abuse

  • Dilated Pupils
  • Hyperactivity
  • Changes in sleep patterns
  • Weight Loss
  • Attending raves or all-night dance parties
  • Dental issues produced by the grinding of teeth
  • Having multiple sexual partners
  • Cognitive and/or memory issues

Clearbrook’s Ecstasy Addiction Treatment Program

For more than 45 years, Clearbrook Treatment Centers has been dedicated to helping thousands with their MDMA addictions. Our Northeast addictions treatment centers provide a specialized ecstasy addiction treatment program to anyone who is suffering from this terrible disease and is ready to get sober.

Due to the number of different chemicals in ecstasy, the detoxification process can be complex. When a person is admitted to either Clearbrook Massachusetts or Clearbrook Pennsylvania, they will be evaluated by our medical team and given a specifically designed detox protocol and treatment plan. After a patient has completed detoxification at our state-of-the-art detox unit, our dedicated staff will help the ecstasy sufferer get to the root of his/her addiction. During the rehabilitation component of treatment, the MDMA abuser will engage in a variety of different therapies, including one-on-one counseling, small group, family educational lectures, relapse prevention groups, and didactic lectures.

During the course of treatment, the patient will be introduced to the 12-step philosophy and local 12-step meetings. Before a patient leaves our program, we also make sure to craft an aftercare plan that will help the addict maintain lasting sobriety. As we all come from different walks of life and experiences, treatment and aftercare are not a one-size-fits-all method. What may be beneficial for one person, may be entirely wrong for another. With our “Patients Come First” philosophy, we make it our mission to always advocate for the patient and their family.

If you or a loved one is addicted to ecstasy, help is only one phone call away. Contact Clearbrook Treatment Centers and enter our Ecstasy Addiction Treatment Program now.

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