Because these drugs are relatively new, some youth think that taking them is safe because their negative effects have not been widely reported or youth think reports are exaggerated and these drugs will not have harmful effects for them. The fact is that these drugs can cause serious health problems and, particularly when used in combination with other drugs or alcohol, they can be deadly. The club drug scene is constantly evolving, with various trends and newly developed drugs emerging all of the time. MDMA is the most commonly used club drug. While drug use among adolescents has generally held steady or decreased over the past few years, the use of MDMA has increased.
Users feel more energetic and experience heightened moods and feelings.
Users claim they experience feelings of closeness with others and a desire to touch them. Hazards MDMA can increase confusion, depression, sleep problems, anxiety, and paranoia that may last weeks after taking the drug. Physical effects can include impaired coordination, muscle tension, increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, nausea, blurred vision, faintness, and dehydration. Chronic abuse of MDMA can harm the neurons in the brain that release serotonin, a chemical that plays a role in regulating memory and thought capacity. Therefore, the strength and purity of GHB varies greatly.