Pubdate: Fri, 20 Dec 2002
Source: Eau Claire Leader-Telegram (WI)
Copyright: 2002 Eau Claire Press
Contact:  http://www.leadertelegram.com/
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/236
Author: Jodi Mattice
Bookmark: http://www.mapinc.org/mdma.htm (Ecstasy)
Bookmark: http://www.mapinc.org/youth.htm (Youth)
Bookmark: http://www.mapinc.org/find?135 (Drug Education)

NOTHING ECSTATIC ABOUT IT

Ecstasy has become a popular drug used by many young people at dance clubs 
and parties.

There are two basic points of view concerning this topic. Some people see 
ecstasy as a relatively harmless drug that boosts users' energy levels and 
enhances their pleasure. Others see it as a dangerous drug with potentially 
lethal side effects.

Even though this drug boosts energy levels and intensifies pleasurable 
sensations, it has landed hundreds of users in the emergency rooms, with a 
few dozen dying each year.

People need to be better educated on the importance of keeping their bodies 
healthy and not doing or taking anything that will harm themselves.

JODI MATTICE, Eau Claire
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