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Sport fans the psychology and social impact of fandom / Daniel L. Wann, Jeffrey D. James.
| Author/creator | Wann, Daniel L. |
| Other author | James, Jeffrey D. (Jeffrey Dalton) |
| Format | Electronic |
| Edition | Second edition. |
| Publication Info | New York, NY : Routledge, 2019. |
| Description | pages cm |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from eBooks on EBSCOhost |
| Subjects |
| 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. |
| Abstract | "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." -- Provided by publisher. |
| General note | "Earlier edition entered under title." |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2018016207 |
| ISBN | 9781138683150 (hb : alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 9781138683167 (pb : alk. paper) |
| ISBN | ebook |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |