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Dangerous Edge : The Psychology of Excitement by Michael J. Apter (1992, Hardcover)

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PublisherFree Press

ISBN-100029007658

ISBN-139780029007655

eBay Product ID (ePID)1271829

Product Key Features

Book TitleDangerous Edge : the Psychology of Excitement

Number of Pages192 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicNeurology, General

Publication Year1992

IllustratorYes

GenrePsychology, Medical

AuthorMichael J. Apter

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Weight19.2 Oz

Item Length9.8 in

Item Width6.7 in

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LCCN92-009030

TitleLeadingThe

Dewey Edition20

Dewey Decimal152.4

SynopsisApter examines the reasons why people take part in dangerous activities, and explores the complex relationship between excitement, anxiety, panic and euphoria. He discusses the psychological mechanisms which court danger and the counter-instincts which seek to contain the risk. This seeking of risky but limited excitement is, he argues, an important social safety valve and channels energies and desires that would otherwise find expression in criminal and wantonly destructive activities. However, this craving for excitement can escalate and lead people to attempt ever more risky, foolhardy and ultimately fatal feats. Apter highlights these dangers and suggests ways in which such escalation can be avoided.

LC Classification NumberBF698.35.S45A67 1992