{"product_id":"ecstasy-the-complete-guide-9780892818570","title":"Ecstasy The Complete Guide","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse of the drug Ecstasy, once confined to the teen rave scene and college campuses, is exploding across America, from high schools to upscale clubs. Described by users as the most intense euphoria they know and by detractors as a cause of brain damage and even death, Ecstasy has generated unprecedented levels of interest-and misinformation. Written by the world''s leading experts on MDMA, Ecstasy: The Complete Guidetakes the first unbiased look at the risks and the benefits of this unique drug, including the science of how it works; its promise as a treatment for depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, chronic pain, and other illnesses; and how to minimize the risk of illicit use. Whether you are a raver, a concerned parent, or a professional wanting the most recent reports on MDMA research, Ecstasy: The Complete Guideprovides the answers you need.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"MDMA is a unique compound with great potential for positive use. This is the most complete book about it, with much information to help people realize that potential as well as reduce any possible harm.\" * Andrew Weil, M.D., author of 8 Weeks to Optimum Health, and Spontaneous Healing *\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eEcstasy: The Complete Guide\u003c\/i\u003e offers a thoroughly engaging, multifaceted look at a very controversial substance. Well done.\" * Spalding Gray, actor, performer, and author of Morning, Noon, and Night and Impossible Vacation *\u003cbr\u003e\"This is the best contemporary overview of MDMA, one which simultaneously succeeds for popular and scientific audiences. Encyclopedic in its scope, it is at the same time most readable.\" * Lester Grinspoon, M.D., professor emeritus, Harvard Medical School and author of Marijuana: The Forb *\u003cbr\u003e\". . . this volume makes a strong case for studying and legalizing MDMA for therapeutic purposes, without minimizing the potential dangers of abuse. An important contribution to the literature on illegal drugs.\" * Eris Weaver, Library Journal, September 15, 2001 *\u003cbr\u003e\"In an important addition to the literature, a psychiatrist at Bellevue Hospital who is an expert on street drugs has gathered papers from numerous experts that discuss hazards of the drug and ways to mitigate them.\" * Library Journal, May 1, 2002 *\u003cbr\u003e\"A comprehensive tome, this book offers something for nearly anyone interested in substance use and abuse, regardless of their perspective. Overall, a good addition to a comprehensive collection on psychoactive drugs that appear to have both therapeutic and abuse potentials.\" * T.D. DeLapp, Choice, May 2002 *\u003cbr\u003e\"The most thorough book about MDMA around, with contributions from a host of physicians, chemists and research scientists. A marvelous, original book undertaken with great care and with a precise scientific appreciation of what chemicals can do when used under the proper conditions and by the proper, sympathetic professionals.\" * The Book Reader, Spring\/Summer 2002 *\u003cbr\u003e\"It's heartening to read such a thorough and balanced book.\" * Jon Hanna, High Times, February 2002 v *\u003cbr\u003e\"The audience that the author is targeting is mostly those in the expert medical field and even users of MDMA\/Ecstasy. She states that she doesn't encourage people to use it, but would rather promote its use for mental and physical safety. She feels as if it should be used as a prescription medicine. However, for those that are recreational users, she wants to inform them of the danger from the drug Ecstasy sold in clubs and raves where the buyer doesn't know what is truly being ingested.\" * Mercede's Blog, Feb 2009 *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAcknowledgments \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAbout this Book \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIntroduction: Medicine for a New Millennium \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet X = MDMA \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e1. The History of MDMA \u003cbr\u003e2. What Does MDMA Feel Like? \u003cbr\u003e3. How MDMA Works in the Brain \u003cbr\u003e4. The Chemistry of MDMA \u003cbr\u003e5. MDMA Myths and Rumors Dispelled \u003cbr\u003e6. The Godparents of MDMA \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eRisks of MDMA Use \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e7. Medical Risks Associated with MDMA Use \u003cbr\u003e8. Mental Health Problems Associated with MDMA Use \u003cbr\u003e9. Does MDMA Cause Brain Damage? \u003cbr\u003e10. The Legal Status of MDMA Around the World \u003cbr\u003e11. Minimizing Risk in the Dance Community \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003cbr\u003eMDMA-Assisted Psychotherapy \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e12. Using MDMA in Healing, Psychotherapy, and Spiritual Practice \u003cbr\u003e13. Experience with the Interpersonal Psychedelics \u003cbr\u003e14. Clinical Experience with MDMA-Assisted Psychotherapy \u003cbr\u003ePotential Clinical Uses for MDMA \u003cbr\u003e15. Using MDMA in the Treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder \u003cbr\u003e16. Using MDMA in the Treatment of Depression \u003cbr\u003e17. Using MDMA in the Treatment of Schizophrenia \u003cbr\u003e18. Using MDMA in Alternative Medicine \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMDMA Research \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e19. Clinical Research with MDMA: A Worldwide Review \u003cbr\u003e20. Giving MDMA to Human Volunteers in Switzerland \u003cbr\u003e21. Giving MDMA to Human Volunteers in the United States \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMDMA and Society \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e22. Ecstasy: Prescription for Cultural Renaissance \u003cbr\u003e23. MDMA and Spirituality \u003cbr\u003e24. MDMA's Promise as a Prescription Medicine \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendices \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003cbr\u003eHistory Timeline\u003c\/b\u003e - Julie Holland, M.D. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eStatistics Timeline\u003c\/b\u003e - Julie Holland, M.D. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable I: Studies of Long-term Behavioral or Functional Changes After MDMA in Animals\u003c\/b\u003e - Matthew Baggot and John Mendelson, M.D. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable II: Reported Neurofunctional Differences Between Ecstasy Users and Nonusers \u003c\/b\u003e- Matthew Baggot and John Mendelson, M.D. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable III: Memory Studies of Ecstasy Users vs. Nonusers \u003c\/b\u003e- Harry Sumnall \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReferences \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eContributors \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIndex\u003c\/b\u003e","brand":"Inner Traditions Bear and Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48737812906327,"sku":"9780892818570","price":22.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9780892818570.jpg?v=1723811486","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/ecstasy-the-complete-guide-9780892818570","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}