Short Term Effects
The Short Term Effects of using Ecstasy resolve in some of the following experiences:
Feelings of increased closeness with others
Self-confidence
Tongue chewing
Teeth grinding
Increased body temperature
Sweating
Nausea and anxiety
Inability to sleep
The first section of the diagram below shows the brain before Ecstasy is taken. The nervous system is relaxed and working as usual. In the second part of the diagram, you notice that the nervous system is in an elevated mood and is stressing out because it hasn’t experienced a formal situation like this before. Then finally when the Ecstasy wears off feelings of depression and irritability are experienced.
