The Psychology of Thrill Seekers

Emory examines sensation seeking as a psychological trait rather than treating every risky activity as the same behavior. The course moves from foundations to hobbies and relationships. It is a focused alternative to a general psychology survey for learners interested in differences between people.

What you will learn

• Describe sensation seeking as a psychological concept.
• Connect behavioral examples with neurological explanations.
• Discuss how sensation seeking can affect relationships.

Who this suits

Beginners interested in personality, motivation and the research behind high-stimulation activities.

Before you enroll

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Put it into practice

Compare two fictional activity choices and list several plausible motivations. Explain why the choices alone cannot establish a personality assessment.

Source and review

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