Ecstasy affects the frontal lobe of the brain, an area that specifically impacts interpersonal communication. It is ironic that a drug that is used to enhance social interaction may end up making a person incapable of healthy interaction with others in the long run. With the myth circulating that ecstasy is safe and all natural, many teens are falling victim to this drug that is in reality very destructive. One of the most dangerous things about ecstasy is that, oftentimes, it is cut with other drugs such as LSD, speed, or other amphetamines. Much of what is circulating on the streets today is not pure ecstasy, but you can't tell the difference by looking at it or tasting it.
Ecstasy is even more dangerous when taken in combination with other drugs or alcohol.
Like ecstasy, alcohol increases dehydration, thus increasing damage to the body. Ecstasy is also known to be addictive for some people. Don't be fooled into trying herbal ecstasy as a safer alternative to ecstasy. In fact, the herbal concoctions are composed of various herbs or herbal extracts which can also contain psychoactive elements. What these herbal pills do is cause a person to sweat, tingle, and have an increased heart rate.