About
MDMA - A Deep Dive is an evening training course delivered by The Loop.
Please note: This course is above an 'entry' level course, as it explores MDMA in depth. It assumes participants have basic knowledge of MDMA. Our "Drugs Awareness" course is better pitched at those at the early stages of learning/developing drugs knowledge.
The course is interactive, and our trainers have front line understanding and experience in relation to drug use, drug markets, and harm reduction; drawing on professional training qualifications and many years of experience in delivery.
Our courses are informed by The Loop’s regular healthcare interventions, research and drug testing services, which identify current drug market trends and related issues. This training will be informed by the latest findings from Drug Checking Services, such as The Loop Drug Checking Service.
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for anyone who works with, or in environments where people may take MDMA. This includes substance use services, universities, NHS/health services, local authorities, third sector, public health, police forces as well as the nighttime economy; including event management, nightlife venues and organisations operating in leisure spaces.
Aim of the course
To support participants to better understand MDMA and how they can take a harm reduction approach to its use.
Learning outcomes
- Learn the history of MDMA, both in the UK and overseas; including its original purpose as blood thinner and later as an aid in therapy.
- Know the current drug market data for MDMA in the UK.
- Learn about the sub-cultures associated with MDMA use.
- Be able to identify the effects and risks associated with its use.
- Learn how to adopt a harm reduction approach to the drug.
Overview of course content
- The history of MDMA: Sasha Shulgin, MDMA psychotherapy & the explosion of rave culture in the 1990's.
- Price, purity, adulterants and drug market data.
- MDMA use within nightclubs and festival scene.
- Potential future medical applications - MDMA therapy as a treatment for PTSD and other mental health conditions.
- The effects and risks of MDMA use; both acute and chronic, such as serotonin syndrome.
- Adopting a harm reduction approach; both to people who use MDMA and in environments where it is commonly used.
Questions, queries and follow up support
If you have any questions about the training, please drop us an email on training@wearetheloop.org. For those of you who attend the training, we will be happy to offer follow up support and signpost you to further resources.
