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LIFE ON THE LEDGE

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Why are some people who would seem stable and normal in most circumstances, always placing themselves in a dangerous situation?

What is it in their behavioral psychology that drives them to risk taking? Some theories suggest that your environment shapes your behavior. Living on the edge could come natural to people with a sense of adventure by taking risks, fueled by seeking challenges, excitement and possibly, even an adrenaline rush.

How does the adrenaline rush effect people and is it harmful? Adrenaline is a hormone produced by your adrenal glands. Quickly released into your bloodstream, it prepares your body for the “fight or flight” response. Over time, high levels of adrenaline in the body can cause health problems. These include: weight gain, heart disease, high blood pressure. In the short term, an adrenaline rush should have no…

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Terrell Kaucher is The-Idea-Man.org
Terrell Kaucher is The-Idea-Man.org

Written by Terrell Kaucher is The-Idea-Man.org

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