Sociological Theories Have Not Been Developed Specifically for Extreme Sports

question 21

Multiple Choice

Sociological theories have not been developed specifically for extreme sports. How do sociologists work around the lack of specific theories?

• A) by focusing on sociological perspectives without using specific sociological theories
• B) by treating extreme sports as traditional sports
• C) by using sociological theories that focus on explaining traditional forms of deviance
• D) by using psychological theories

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Definitions:

Stronger Your Needs

Intensifying the personal requirements or drives that motivate individuals to act in certain ways.

Less Motivated

Describes a decreased level of drive or interest in performing tasks or pursuing goals, compared to a higher level of motivation.

Self-Actualization

The realization or fulfillment of one's talents and potentialities, considered as a drive or need present in everyone.

Needs Hierarchy

A theory by Abraham Maslow that suggests human needs are arranged in a hierarchy from most to least pressing, influencing motivation and behavior.