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Sport fans : the psychology and social impact of fandom / Daniel L. Wann, Jeffrey D. James

Author
Wann, Daniel L.
Published
New York : Routledge, 2019.
Copyright Date
©2019
Edition
Second edition.
Physical Description
x, 303 pages ; 24 cm
Additional Creators
James, Jeffrey D. (Jeffrey Dalton)

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Contents
An introduction to the study of sport fans -- How and why fans follow sports, teams, and athletes -- The process of becoming a sport fan: the psychological continuum model -- Points of attachment: understanding connections to teams, players, and beyond -- Motivation and sport fandom -- The impact of sport fandom on sport consumption behavior -- The emotional and aggressive reactions of sport fans -- The emotional reactions of sport fans -- An introduction to fan aggression -- Understanding the causes of fan aggression -- Sport fan riots -- The consequences of sport fandom for individuals and society -- The psychological consequences of sport fandom -- The societal consequences of sport fandom -- Summary and conclusion -- The future of sport fandom: gazing into the crystal ball.
Summary
"Sports, and the fans that follow them, are everywhere. Sport Fans: The Psychology and Social Impact of Fandom examines the affective, behavioral, and cognitive reactions of fans to better comprehend how sport impacts individual fans and society as a whole. Using up-to-date research and theory from multiple disciplines including psychology, sociology, marketing, history, and religious studies, this textbook provides a deeper understanding of topics such as: - the pervasiveness of sport fandom in society - common demographic and personality characteristics of fans - how fandom can provide a sense of belonging, of uniqueness, and of meaning in life - the process of becoming a sport fan - sport fan consumption - and the future of sport and the fan experience. The text also provides a detailed investigation of the darker side of sport fandom, including fan aggression, as well as a critical look at the positive value of fandom for individuals and society. Sport Fans expertly combines a rigorous level of empirical research and theory in an engaging, accessible format, making this text the essential resource on sport fan behavior." --
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ISBN
9781138683150 hardcover alkaline paper
1138683159 hardcover alkaline paper
9781138683167 paperback alkaline paper
1138683167 paperback alkaline paper
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"Earlier edition entered under title."
Bibliography Note
Includes bibliographical references and index.
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