@helena_linden It could... as well as what recently-deceased Frank Farley PhD described as the "thrill seeking" personality. And then there is 'catharsis' or joy of surviving. Or sharing.
I most encapsulate that all into what dolphins may do, which is to enjoy surprising someone (like a diver, one I know well) - then they 'chuckle' with 'glee', like Flipper.
You do synthesize many of the #psychology 'thrillers' as well as research findings. Safety, Mastery. The thrill. The dolphin. #Context