Sensation Seeking

GLOSSARY

A personality trait characterized by the need for varied, novel, and complex sensations and experiences, coupled with a willingness to take physical and social risks to achieve them. See also need for affect and YOLO (You Only Live Once).

Flat vector illustration of people riding a roller coaster at an amusement park at night.
Flat vector illustration of people riding a roller coaster at an amusement park at night.

Reference:

Zuckerman, M. (2014). Sensation seeking (psychology revivals): Beyond the optimal level of arousal. Psychology Press.