Why is it that the most addictive substances are also the most dangerous? Shouldn’t those two factors be independent?
In: Chemistry
Everything is dangerous if overconsumed. You can get water poisoning. This means that any and all addictions can hurt you, as part of addiction is the loss of self control.
However, the real danger of addiction is not entirely in the substance itself. Rather, it’s the loss of self-control. People prioritize the addiction over friends, family, and their own safety.
Addictive substances like alcohol, nicotine, or opiates are not intrinsically dangerous. You can just casually consume any of them.
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