People have been using drugs in social rituals since the dawn of history; the only change is in the type of drug, the route of delivery, and the social context. This study reviews three drugs known as “club drugs,” that are used by youths to enhance their party experiences. Two of them, 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA/ecstasy) and ketamine are widely at raves, or all-night dance parties. Salvia divinorum is a new social drug that found its way into college campuses through the Internet.
Keywords: ecstasy, ketamine, Salvia divinorum
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