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Asperger's Syndrome and MDMA

Jon

I was wondering what peoples thoughts regarding MDMA use and Asperger's Syndrome. I appreciate that this is probably a little controversial. I also appreciate that nobody on this forum would actually have taken MDMA because that would be illegal. However they may know a 'friend of a friend' who has or has read something about the subject.

A quick search on the internet came up with this:

Danforth Research Project

The study intended to explore Adult Autism and MDMA use. The results do not appear to have been published yet. More information about the researcher can be found here.

I also found a request for another research proposal here.

I am unsure that I agree with 'medication' to 'treat' Asperger's'. However I am very interested in understanding Asperger's beyond the 'traits'.

Understanding, acceptance and appreciation of peoples differences is what I see as a positive way forwards.

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  • I obviously can't comment on MDMA personally, though I agree with Supercoley1, it does bring one out of ones shell and makes a usually horrid experience a lot more pleasant indeed!

    I will comment on Cannabis from personal experience though, if no-one here minds that is.. I've suffered Aspergers, anxiety, depression, including self-harm and suicidal thoughts/acts since my teens. As with any medication it suits some people but not others; until it's legalised in the UK as it is in much of the US now, it's expensive and sometimes difficult to get hold of. I find it invaluable as it almost completely alleviates anxiety/depression and, similarly to MDMA, makes socialising with Aspergers far more palatable.

    I've found techniques in my quest for understanding that, with practice, usually allow me a fair amount of concious control of anxiety/depression during the day, then I can medicate with cannabis in the evening; during low periods I medicate lightly during the day too.

    Without this I believe I would not be here now!

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  • I obviously can't comment on MDMA personally, though I agree with Supercoley1, it does bring one out of ones shell and makes a usually horrid experience a lot more pleasant indeed!

    I will comment on Cannabis from personal experience though, if no-one here minds that is.. I've suffered Aspergers, anxiety, depression, including self-harm and suicidal thoughts/acts since my teens. As with any medication it suits some people but not others; until it's legalised in the UK as it is in much of the US now, it's expensive and sometimes difficult to get hold of. I find it invaluable as it almost completely alleviates anxiety/depression and, similarly to MDMA, makes socialising with Aspergers far more palatable.

    I've found techniques in my quest for understanding that, with practice, usually allow me a fair amount of concious control of anxiety/depression during the day, then I can medicate with cannabis in the evening; during low periods I medicate lightly during the day too.

    Without this I believe I would not be here now!

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