Chronic 3,4-Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) Use: Effects on Mood and Neuropsychological Function?
Krystal J, Price L, Opsahl C, Ricaurte G, Heninger G. Chronic 3,4-Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) Use: Effects on Mood and Neuropsychological Function? The American Journal Of Drug And Alcohol Abuse 1992, 18: 331-341. PMID: 1357957, DOI: 10.3109/00952999209026070.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsNeuropsychological functionMDMA useChronic MDMA useWechsler Memory ScaleLeast mild impairmentMemory ScaleNeuropsychological batteryTime of testingMood effectsCognitive functionMemory deficitsMethylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) useDepressed moodMood regulationPreliminary evidenceDeficitsMild impairmentClinical criteriaClinical examinationPreliminary findingsSelective serotoninMoodModerate impairmentAffective disordersPossible detrimental effects