Danger: Our Quest for Excitement

Autor*innen

• Michael J. Apter

Parameter

• 252 Seiten
• 9 Lesestunden

• Psychologie

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Exploring the paradoxical allure of danger and risk-taking, the book delves into the psychological motivations behind seemingly irrational behaviors, such as voyeurism at accidents or thrill-seeking activities. It examines how anxiety can morph into excitement, illustrating how fear can lead to exhilaration. Through various intriguing examples, the study reveals the complex relationship between danger and human desire, shedding light on our quest for excitement amid perilous situations.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2012
• Einband: Paperback