• Boomer Humor Doomergod@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    causes neuroendocrinal response of dopamine and endorphins resulting in feelings of happiness and fulfillment.

    Do people really feel that way? I’m just drained and glad to be home alone again.

    • FiniteBanjo@lemmy.todayOP
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      1 year ago

      It’s not a constant 100% result, but yeah it’s kind of a well established natural phenomenon. Couldn’t stop it if you wanted to. Some people can get the same benefit solely from having their comments upvoted, we process it the same as regular human interaction. Bonus points exist for huggers.