What does it say about me that when I read about a fascinating new scientific breakthrough, I immediately begin pondering the deviant possibilities?
Researchers in Zurich have discovered that it is possible to deliver oxycontin - that's the hormone that makes you feel all warm and fuzzy when you're in love - through a nasal spray. Spritz it up your nose and then suddenly your guard is down, you're filled with feelings of affectionness and openness towards other, and the next thing you know you'll be happily handing over your cash to them, even if you know that they're crooks (yes, they really demonstrated this last point in the study).
And sure, the plan for this drug is to help people with social phobias, which is heartwarming. But can't you imagine the black market potential? Enterprising types pounding the streets of London and New York with small spray bottles clasped in sweaty palms, looking for the flaring nostrils of innocent passers-by? Charity muggers must be rejoicing. If this stuff hits the market, I'm going to never go out sans surgical mask.
[Photo from Drift Words' Flickr stream]
[Photo from Drift Words' Flickr stream]
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