# More than just the thrill: What are 'sensation seekers' looking for?

- Source: Phys.org
- Published: 2026-10-23T15:50:02+00:00
- Category: Science
- Original: https://phys.org/news/2026-10-thrill-sensation-seekers.html
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/more-than-just-the-thrill-what-are-sensation-seekers-looking-for-1df268/

Why are some people more drawn to new and exciting experiences than others? This phenomenon is usually explained by the fact that so-called "sensation seekers" experience stimuli less intensely than other people and therefore need intense experiences to feel alive. However, the uncertainty of the experiences also plays a role, such as the thrill of not knowing what will happen.

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