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I have experienced nitrogen narcosis before. It was like getting drunk very fast, including the room spinning. I hugged myself and ascended maybe 2-4m above the

I have experienced nitrogen narcosis before. It was like getting drunk very fast, including the room spinning. I hugged myself and ascended maybe 2-4m above the rest of the group and got back to normal pretty quickly after that and was able to continue to the dive.

rsyring 3y ago
What is the significance of hugging yourself in that situation?
- nanidin 3y ago
  Hugging yourself is a way to overcome the vertigo effects and associated nausea that can happen underwater. I’m actually not sure if it works on land!