Sensation seeking is a trait we all have and includes the search for complex and new experiences. Thrill Seekers, people with high-sensation seeking personalities, crave exotic and intense experiences even when physical or social risks are involved. This course helps learners examine the remarkable world of the high-sensation seeking personality and explores the lifestyle, psychology, and neuroscience behind thrill seekers.
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周
1完成时间为 3 小时
What Is Thrill Seeking and Sensation Seeking?
In this week, we'll examine the curious beginnings of sensation-seeking research, discuss the four components that make up sensation seeking, and discuss the profile of a high sensation seeker.
6 个视频 （总计 28 分钟）, 3 个阅读材料, 2 个测验
6 个视频
Welcome!6分钟
The History of Sensation Seeking5分钟
Components of Sensation Seeking5分钟
Sensation-Seeking Demographics2分钟
Types of Sensation Seekers6分钟
Wrap-Up1分钟
3 个阅读材料
Course Outline and Grading Information5分钟
Discover Your Sensation-Seeking Score!10分钟
Insights into the Sensation-Seeking Personality1小时
1 个练习
Practice Time!15分钟
周
2完成时间为 3 小时
The Psychology and Neuroscience of Sensation Seeking
This week, we'll take a scientific approach to uncovering more about sensation seeking and focus on the fascinating biological processes and environment at play.
6 个视频 （总计 22 分钟）, 2 个阅读材料, 2 个测验
6 个视频
Fight, Flight, or Freeze Response4分钟
Neuromotivational Systems5分钟
The Chemistry of Thrill and Fear4分钟
Environment and Thrill Seekers3分钟
Wrap-Up2分钟
2 个阅读材料
Hardwired for Sensation Seeking40分钟
Stress, Fear, and Motivation50分钟
1 个练习
Practice Time!15分钟
周
3完成时间为 3 小时
The Habits and Hobbies of High Sensation Seekers
In this week, we'll look at the hobbies and travel and food preferences of high sensation seekers and discuss why they are so unique compared to the average person. We'll begin our exploration with a focus on emotional regulation and what that means for a high sensation seeker.
7 个视频 （总计 44 分钟）, 1 个阅读材料, 2 个测验
7 个视频
Hobbies5分钟
[Optional] Interview with a High Sensation Seeker17分钟
Travel5分钟
Food5分钟
Emotional Regulation5分钟
Wrap-Up2分钟
1 个阅读材料
A Look at Hobby Preferences1 小时 10 分
1 个练习
Practice Time!15分钟
周
4完成时间为 3 小时
How High Sensation Seeking Impacts Relationships
In this week, we get more personal and look at the challenges and rewards high sensation seekers face in regards to relationships and love.
7 个视频 （总计 42 分钟）, 3 个阅读材料, 2 个测验
7 个视频
Love5分钟
Emotional Intelligence2分钟
Problems with Relationships3分钟
Enhancing Relationships3分钟
[OPTIONAL] Podcast with a Sensation-Seeking Couple24分钟
Wrap-Up1分钟
3 个阅读材料
Types of Love15分钟
A Further Look at Emotional Intelligence50分钟
Battling Intimacy Challenges15分钟
1 个练习
Practice Time!15分钟
讲师
Kenneth Carter
Professor of PsychologyOxford College
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