Club Drugs

In the recent past, our nation has noticed alarming increases in the popularity of some very dangerous substances, known collectively as “club drugs.” This term refers to drugs being used by young adults at all-night dance parties like raves, dance clubs, and bars. MDMA (ecstasy), GHB, Rohypnol, and Ketamine are some of the club drugs gaining popularity. Perhaps the drug with the highest increase in popularity is MDMA, or ecstasy. In slang or street names …

…carbonated beverages. A small dose can impair a victim for 8 to 12 hours. The drug can cause a sort of amnesia, individuals may not remember events they experienced while under the effects of the drug. This may be why it has gained much popularity as a date rape drug, an aid in sexual assault, especially on college campuses. Other adverse effects associated with Rohypnol are decreased blood pressure, drowsiness, visual disturbances, dizziness, confusion, and urinary retention.