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Busting Myths and Misperceptions
Confusion. Conflicting perceptions. Reality. Our “All about Molly” project busts common misperceptions about the Molly drug in an effort to enlighten and educate. Click, view, listen and read all about it.
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Where is Molly?
Molly use is on the rise in Syracuse, N.Y. Law enforcement agencies have seized Molly from private residences on and near Syracuse University’s campus. Use our interactive map to see where else Molly is popular.
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Molly Effects on the Brain
Molly affects users in many different ways. Most significantly, it targets the brain. Medical professionals often reference the “reptilian brain” to explain instinctual and ritual behaviors.
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Will Molly Last?
When a new drug hits the scene, it’s anyone’s guess as to how long it will last and how popular it will become. Click on the interactive timeline for more.
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Molly: A Student User
A Syracuse University freshman talks about her experience with Molly. She agreed to speak on the record and to be named. However, we made a decision to withhold her name and identity while sharing her story.
Molly Drug Survey
390 Syracuse University students in total filled out our nonscientific survey. We analyzed the results of the 320 students who provided their year and major:
* 50.6% of students, or 162, are aware of Molly. Of those, 49 students, or 30.2%, said they know its effects. That means more than two-thirds who have heard of Molly have no idea what it does.
* 20.4% of students who have heard of Molly, or 33, said they have tried Molly. Of those, 10, or 30.3% said they do not know the drug’s ingredients. That means about one-third who have tried Molly have no idea what they ingested.
Highlights / results by year — aware of Molly (PDF)
Results by year — unaware of Molly (PDF)
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Legality
Trends and Effects
MDMA Makeup
This interactive slideshow demonstrates the effects of MDMA on the user without the addition of other drugs. MDMA releases a flood of different neurotransmitters, each with different attributes, that are already in the body.
Molly: A Suburban Drug
Local news outlets have described Molly as the suburban drug of choice. But reports did not explain why the drug appealed to suburbanites. Michael Ferrante, narcotics bureau chief at the Onondaga County District Attorney’s office, explains local Molly trends and the demographics linked to Molly’s popularity.
Molly Dependency
Dessa Bergen-Cico, an assistant professor in the College of Human Ecology at Syracuse University, teaches a Dynamics of Addiction class.
Molly Myths
There’s much confusion about what Molly actually is, and perceptions about the drug differ. Yes, users regard it as pure MDMA, but that definition can’t be considered complete.
Mixing Molly
Drugs are seldom taken by themselves. Many times, they are mixed with other drugs. Molly may be mixed with an exasperating stimulant or an opposing depressant. Whatever kind of drug it may be, it’s important to recognize the effects that may occur. Click on the image for an expert’s insight.
Molly in Words
The words displayed came from our nonscientific survey of 390 Syracuse University students. We asked students to list everything that comes to mind when they hear the word “Molly.” The responses of students unaware of the drug can be seen here. Word size is based on its frequency among total responses.
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