Adventure Sports and Sensation Seeking

This cluster of papers explores the psychological, sociocultural, and environmental aspects of extreme sports such as surfing, parkour, rock climbing, and skydiving. It delves into topics such as sensation seeking, risk-taking behavior, gender dynamics within these sports, the impact on youth engagement, environmental activism, and the role of these activities in shaping social identity. The papers also discuss the emotional and spiritual experiences associated with participation in extreme sports.

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