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The psychology of sports fans, with Daniel Wann, PhD

The psychology of sports fans, with Daniel Wann, PhD

FromSpeaking of Psychology


The psychology of sports fans, with Daniel Wann, PhD

FromSpeaking of Psychology

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Length:
41 minutes
Released:
Apr 24, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Are you a sports “superfan”? Or do you wonder what’s driving the superfans in your life? Daniel Wann, PhD, of Murray State University, talks about why being a fan is usually good for people’s mental health, how they choose the teams they root for, why some are fair-weather fans while others love to cheer for the underdog, how fandom is changing among younger people, and whether a crowd of supportive fans can affect the outcome of a game. For transcripts, links and more information, please visit the Speaking of Psychology Homepage.
Released:
Apr 24, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

"Speaking of Psychology" is an audio podcast series highlighting some of the latest, most important and relevant psychological research being conducted today. Produced by the American Psychological Association, these podcasts will help listeners apply the science of psychology to their everyday lives.