Why Do We Feel The “Urge To Jump”?

The video explores the 'high place phenomenon,' where individuals feel an urge to jump from heights despite not being suicidal. This urge is linked to perception distortions and the vestibular system, which affects balance and spatial orientation. The brain's safety mechanisms, including the amygdala and cortex, play a role in processing fear and anxiety. These instincts, while causing discomfort, are crucial for survival, prompting individuals to retreat to safety.

What is the high place phenomenon primarily associated with?

• A need for adventure

• A desire to fly

• A distortion of perceptions

• A fear of heights

Which cognitive bias is absent when estimating horizontal distances?

• Vertical bias

• Horizontal bias

• Distance bias

• Perception bias

What system in the body is responsible for spatial orientation and balance?

• Cognitive system

• Auditory system

• Vestibular system

• Visual system

What triggers the conflict in the brain that leads to motion sickness?

• Mismatch between auditory and cognitive systems

• Mismatch between visual and auditory systems

• Mismatch between visual and vestibular systems

• Mismatch between cognitive and vestibular systems

What part of the brain is involved in detecting potential threats and triggering anxiety?

• Hippocampus

• Cerebellum

• Amygdala

• Cortex