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🚨 The Truth About “Molly”: What Every Parent Must Know

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🚨 The Truth About “Molly”: What Every Parent Must Know In recent days, a viral message has been circulating, warning parents to check their teenage daughters’ tongues for strange colors as a sign of drug use. The message links colored tongues to a drug called “Molly.” While drug abuse is a serious concern, it is important to separate facts from fear. Let’s talk about the truth. What Is “Molly”? “Molly” is the street name for MDMA, a synthetic psychoactive drug that affects mood, energy, and perception. It is illegal in Nigeria, and agencies like the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) are actively working to combat its distribution. MDMA is often used at parties and social gatherings because it can create temporary feelings of excitement, emotional closeness, and high energy. But those temporary effects come with real risks. Is Tongue Color a Sign of Molly Use? There is no scientific evidence that a colored tongue is a reliable sign of MDMA use. A blue, yellow, gr...