Eli5: Why do some toxic substances make us feel euphoric rather than sick?
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Toxicity has different effects. Sometimes those effects will be clearly negative, but in other circumstances they can be perceived as positive. However, even ‘positive’ toxins can have a lasting damaging effect, or would not be desirable to experience for longer periods. See the impact on toxins which release seretonin – this is great in short bursts – but the impact on your emotions after that once it is drained means that it can be unpleasant and unsustainable.
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