Almost overwhelming desire to throw myself from tall buildings

stevelaker | 12:21 Mon 02nd Jun 2008 | Science

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Hi all,

Science seemed the most appropriate section to post this question:

Having discussed this with others, I've discovered that I'm not alone in this: when I'm on top of an unenclosed high place, I have an almost irresistible urge to throw myself off.

If I'm in an enclosed environment, I don't get this feeling. So, if I'm on one of the top floors of a tall building, in an office, I'm fine. If I'm on a roof terrace though, or crossing a bridge, the sensation is there.

Is this something primordial in us as Humans, or is there another explanation?

Bollard Pull

To oxidise iron (French)

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andrea81

I have this when I'm near a pier or marina, just think momentarily aboud jumping in!

odd isn't it???

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AmySue

I have the same thing when I'm stood on a train platform. No idea why, just have an overwhelming urge to jump in front of the train. Glad I'm not the only one.

woodchopper

Try Base jumping.

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