MDMA as well as amphetamine and alcohol increase feelings of social closeness in healthy adults.
Scientific Reports December 28, 2024 Harriet de Wit, Evan Hahn, Shahd Smadi et al. 1 citation
Psychoactive drugs such as alcohol and stimulants are typically used in social settings such as bars, parties or small groups. Yet, relatively little is known about how social contexts affect responses to drugs, or how the drugs alter social interactions. It is possible that positive social contexts enhance the rewarding properties of drugs, perhaps increasing their potential for repeated use...