Ecstasy Infographic

Sep. 29, 2015

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Patricia Howard, LMFT, CADC

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Edward Jamison, MS, CAP, ICADC, LADC

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Last Edited: February 22, 2020

Author

Patricia Howard, LMFT, CADC

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Clinically Reviewed

Edward Jamison, MS, CAP, ICADC, LADC

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All of the information on this page has been reviewed and certified by an addiction professional.

Ecstasy (in its purest form, MDMA) is a synthetic drug that induces both stimulant and hallucinogenic properties by increasing activity in neurotransmitters that control mood and emotion. It is a largely social drug, and there is a high rate of poly-drug experimentation associated with its use. Ecstasy is one of the most widespread, accessible, and thus, abused, drugs in the world. Visit the Ecstasy Page to learn more.

Author

Patricia Howard, LMFT, CADC

Patricia has a deep interest in mental health care services, and the treatment of addictive disorders. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in private practice in Solana Beach, California. I am also a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor II (CADC-II). Patricia’s clinical work at includes individual and group therapy for men with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders. She also is trained in the treatment of trauma using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

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Edward Jamison, MS, CAP, ICADC, LADC

Experienced Drug and alcohol counselor with many years case management experience. MS, CAP. and LADC with a demonstrated history and Strong healthcare services professional skilled in Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Sales, and Crisis Intervention, CBT and Motivational Interviewing skills.