Ecstasy, or XTC, as it is also called, is one of the street drugs that are especially used by youngsters during social gatherings, parties, or in clubs. Also called the ‘love drug’, XTC causes the user to feel intense empathy towards others, and social inhibitions are dropped off, as a result. The way XTC use acts on the human behavior is strongly related to the chemistry of the brain. Serotonin, an important neurotransmitter responsible for controlling mood, is made by the human brain on a regular basis. This is also a natural antidepressant and prevents us from feeling down without reason. When someone takes XTC, the available serotonin is taken out and flushed away, causing a temporary intense sensation that everything is alright in the world. However, these effects of XTC are nothing but temporary, and getting back to reality can be a tough trip. Effects of XTC comedown include, along with a wide array of physical symptoms, psychological issues, that will be explained below. Why Do Humans Need Serotonin The natural antidepressant made by the body plays many roles. It regulates body temperature, it regulates mood, and it is also important in the learning process, as it is essential for memory. When XTC use depletes the reserve of serotonin, it takes a while for the human brain to come up with a new one. During that time, the effects of XTC comedown are felt at their peak, and they are not pleasant at all, to say the least. The ...

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