Green White Simple Modern Adventure in Nature Presentation.pdf

It is a presentation that explains the cognitive processes of adventure enthusiasts, and why they think so. It talks about various theories and case studies like sensation seeking, reversal theory, biological basis and certain case studies and research papers

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Cognitive Processes of
Adventure Enthusiasts

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8. Adventure enthusiasts possess a unique cognitive process characterized by an insatiable curiosity,
a passion for discoveryThis mindset drives them to seek out unfamiliar environments and embrace
uncertainty with enthusiasm. Their brains are wired to balance the excitement of risk with
calculated decision-making, relying on problem-solving skills, adaptability, and emotional
regulation to navigate challenging situations
INTRODUCTION

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Biological Basis &
Cognitive Effects
Dopamine activates the reward system, which then in turn
affects memory encoding and leads to learning.
Role of Dopamine

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Biological Basis &
Cognitive Effects
Adrenaline is activated by the stress release, which then leads to what thrill-
seekers call “rush”. This allows for an extra boost of cognitive and physical
energy. Adrenaline shoots into the body, which increases heart rate. With
the heart beating faster, we get more oxygen. The body redirects oxygen to
the brain as fast as it can.
This affects attention and memories.
Role of Adrenaline

11. Biophilia Hypothesis
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This hypothesis suggests that humans have an innate connection to nature. Adventure activities often involve
spending time outdoors, which can fulfill this innate need.

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Sensation
seeking theory
This theory suggests that individuals who are
adventure enthusiasts, have a tendency to look for
novel experiences and for that matter are even
willing to take risks.
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4 Components
Thrill & adventure seeking
Boredom susceptibility
Disinhibition
Experience seeking
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Reversal Theory
This theory explains how adventure
enthusiasts shift between two psychological
states:
Telic State (Serious): Focused, goal-oriented,
and risk-averse.
1.
Paratelic State (Playful): Thrill-seeking,
spontaneous, and risk-loving.
2.
Adventure enthusiasts often switch to the
Paratelic State to enjoy high-risk activities,
seeking excitement over safety.

15. FABIEN D. LEGRAND & MICHAEL J. APTER (2004)
WHY DO PEOPLE PERFORM THRILLING ACTIVITIES?
A STUDY BASED ON REVERSAL THEORY
Aimed to understand people’s motivatio n s for engaging in thrilling activities.
Focused on Reversal Theory: the interplay of telic (goal-oriented) and paratelic (playful) states.

16. Method
Two groups: 46 participants in the Fantasticable (thrill-seekers) and 30 in a control group (no
risky activities).
Data collected using the Tension and Effort Stress Inventory before and after the activity.
Results
Significant correlation between pre-activity anxiety
and post-activity excitement.
Notable increase in pleasant emotions and decrease
in unpleasant emotions following the ride.
Discussion
Engagement in thrilling activities contributes to
emotional transformation.
Mastery and competence is also a motivating factor
for people to engage in thrilling activities.
Conclusion
Thrill-seeking is driven by both enjoyment and the
experience of emotional highs.
Reversal Theory effectively explains the
transformation of fear into excitement.

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Case Study
Dean Potter, the youngest of three sons, was born in the
Midwest to a military father and a free-spirited mother, an
RN and a yoga teacher who had embraced an alternative
lifestyle.
Dean was painfully shy, withdrawn, and socially isolated
from peers.
Dean finally established his first friendship when he and
another boy snuck into a restricted area on his father’s Air
Force base in New Boston, NH, by climbing a 200-foot cliff.
Potter died in 2015 while attempting a risky, illegal, and
never-before-performed wingsuit flight through a notch on
a granite face at Yosemite National Park.

18. CONCLUSION
the cognitive process of an adventure
enthusiast is a complex blend of curiosity,
risk-taking, emotional regulation,
adaptability, and motivation, all working
together to fuel their desire for new
experiences.

19. References
Dang, N. (2023, May 23). Living on the edge: The science behind thrill seeking behaviors. Grey Matters at Vassar College.
https://www.greymattersjournalvc.org/issue-6-articles/blog-post-title-four-s56yt-7a5dn
Lynne-Landsman, S. D., Graber, J. A., Nichols, T. R., & Botvin, G. J. (2011). Is sensation seeking a stable trait or does it change over time?. Journal
of youth and adolescence, 40(1), 48–58. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10964-010-9529-2
Legrand, F. D., & Apter, M. J. (2004). Why do people perform thrilling activities? A study based on reversal theory. Psychological Reports, 94(1),
307-313.
Mobini, S., Pearce, M., Grant, A., Mills, J., & Yeomans, M. R. (2006). The relationship between cognitive distortions, impulsivity, and sensation
seeking in a non-clinical population sample. Personality and Individual Differences, 40(6), 1153–1163. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.paid.2005.11.006
Rogers, K. (2024, May 5). biophilia hypothesis. Encyclopedia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/science/biophilia-hypothesis
Sensation seeking. Sensation Seeking - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics. (n.d.). https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/immunology-
and-microbiology/sensation-seeking#:~:text=Sensation%20seeking%20is%20defined%20as,role%20in%20risk%2Dtaking%20behavior.
Tofler, I. R., Hyatt, B. M., & Tofler, D. S. (2018). Psychiatric aspects of extreme sports: Three case studies. The Permanente journal.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5798939/
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Bhumi Sharma (C011): Case Study
Diya Bhatnagar( C012): introduction and conclusion of the ppt
Freya Halgekar (C015): Biological and cognitive basis of thrill-seeking
behaviour
Gautami Kamdar (C017): Reversal theory
Minal Porwal (C034) Biophilia hypothesis
Tanya Iyer (C053): Ice breaker, Sensation seeking theory
Yashvi Khandelwal (C059): Research Paper
Contributions

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