ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Adrenochrome

Adrenochrome is a word that grown-ups talk about sometimes. It is a chemical that is found in our bodies and helps us feel happy and excited. Basically, it makes us feel like we are having an adventure or playing a game. It is made in our bodies when we get scared or excited, and it makes us feel like we are having fun.

Now, sometimes grown-ups talk about adrenochrome in a different way. They say that some people take it on purpose, and that it makes them feel really good. This is not a good thing to do, and it is not something that kids should ever do.

The reason why it is bad to take adrenochrome on purpose is because it can be harmful to our bodies. It can make us sick and cause us to have weird thoughts and feelings. We don't want that, do we?

So, let's stick to getting our adrenaline (the chemical that makes us feel happy and excited) in a healthy way. Like riding our bike fast, playing tag with our friends or singing and dancing to our favorite song. That way, we can have fun and be healthy at the same time!