Neighbors Below: Is It Possible They're Causing Shocks?

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The discussion revolves around the experience of perceived electrical shocks and physical sensations attributed to neighbors living below. Participants explore the possibility of these sensations being caused by the neighbors or other factors, including building issues or personal health concerns. The conversation includes inquiries about potential solutions and preventative measures.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant describes hearing machine-like sounds and feeling the floor move, suggesting neighbors may be causing these sensations intentionally.
  • Another participant advises talking to neighbors and making friends as a potential solution.
  • A participant mentions having already spoken to neighbors and management, who deny any issues, and seeks advice on stopping the electrical shocks.
  • Questions are raised about the nature of the shocks, including whether they occur after walking on carpet or touching metal objects.
  • One participant suggests that the shocks might be related to building problems or faulty appliances rather than neighbor interference, recommending an electrician's assessment.
  • Another participant expresses concern that the symptoms may indicate neurological issues and advises seeking medical help.
  • Some participants express skepticism about the possibility of neighbors causing shocks, with one stating it is outrageous to think so.
  • A participant mentions the use of an Ion Gun as a theoretical means to cause shocks but doubts its effectiveness through floors or ceilings.
  • There are repeated calls for the original poster to seek medical advice, emphasizing that the issue may not be purely electrical or environmental.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the cause of the shocks or the best course of action. Multiple competing views are presented regarding the source of the sensations and the appropriate responses.

Contextual Notes

Participants express varying degrees of personal experience and concern, with some suggesting that the issue may be more psychological or neurological rather than purely physical. There is a lack of definitive evidence or agreement on the cause of the sensations.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals experiencing similar sensations or concerns about electrical shocks in multi-unit living situations, as well as those interested in the intersection of environmental factors and personal health.

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When I am on the computer (and even when I am not) sometimes I hear what sounds like a machine. Then, it feels like the floor beneath me is moving. Lately, I have also felt some shocks. I think the neighbors below are doing this on purpose. Is this possible? Whether it's possible or not, is there something I can do to prevent the shocks? They even bother me when I am not on the computer.
 
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soulmusic said:
When I am on the computer (and even when I am not) sometimes I hear what sounds like a machine. Then, it feels like the floor beneath me is moving. Lately, I have also felt some shocks. I think the neighbors below are doing this on purpose. Is this possible? Whether it's possible or not, is there something I can do to prevent the shocks? They even bother me when I am not on the computer.

Talk to your neighbors. Make friends.
 
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They were talked to twice. They insist there are no problems. Management spoke with them and they said the same thing. There is no getting along in this situation. Can anyone tell me how to stop the electrical shock?
 
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When do you get electric shocks?

Is it when you have walked across a carpet and then touched metal?

Is it when you have touched a metal pipe that is also an earthing connection?


There is no way I can think of for your neighbors to give you electric shocks.

Or is it physical shocks like loud thumping noise and the floor moving?
 
I have experienced the floor moving and the thumping. Lately, I have experienced shocks. I have experienced them while on the computer, sitting down, and laying down. Whether or not it is the neighbors, can you help me stop the shock? Also, it is painful when they hit the ceiling beneath me. Is there a way to stop the pains that I get? (Some way to protect my body? I get headaches and other aches from them hitting the ceiling below me.)
 
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soulmusic said:
Whether or not it is the neighbors, can you help me stop the shock?

If you are experiencing shocks it is more likely a problem with the building, or one of your appliances, than the neighbors. Has an electrician (preferable) or the landlord looked at your place? I would think this is the fastest route to a solution.

And of course there is always plan B... move.
 
Can't move right now. Also, the problem just started recently. I am not the only one who lives in this unit. But, I am the only one having the problem.
 
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I would suggest the major problems might be neurological. This is not to say you're imagining things or that your neighbors aren't actually annoying, but experiencing headaches and somatic pains from ordinary, if annoying, noises and experiencing the sensation of shocks in situations where there should normally be none are possible signs of neurological problems which should at least be looked into by a medical professional.
 
This is so outrageous. My neighbor is shocking me through the floor? Definitely something wrong with you.
 
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The only way that I know of to give someone shocks from a distance is with an Ion Gun but I don’t think it would work through the floor/ceiling.
There is a field detector on the following site that you may want to look into. http://www.amazing1.com/ion-gun.htm" it’s at the bottom of the page.
 
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HasuChObe said:
This is so outrageous. My neighbor is shocking me through the floor? Definitely something wrong with you.

Allow me to introduce you to an unfamiliar term: tact.
 
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negitron said:
Allow me to introduce you to an unfamiliar term: tact.

Welcome to the internet.
 
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soulmusic said:
Can't move right now. Also, the problem just started recently. I am not the only one who lives in this unit. But, I am the only one having the problem.

Given that fact, soulmusic, I need to suggest that you talk with your personal doctor about what is going on. There are likely other things going on that we in the EE forum are not qualified to help you with. Please seek professional medical help.

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