The current study of risk is dominated by the risk minimisation approach that frames risk and
risk-taking as something undesirable that should be avoided as much as possible. However …

Attempts at studying risk issues in the social and behavioural sciences have now been
going on for about 30 years. A brief summary of the first Swedish project, launched in 1975 …

Theories of youth risk taking range from the realist to the sociocultural. Much of this
theorising, particularly in the field of epidemiology, has been strongly influenced by the …

Epidemiological data indicate that risk behaviors are among the leading causes of
adolescent morbidity and mortality worldwide. Consistent with this, laboratory-based studies …

This study investigated the influence of personality characteristics and gender on
adolescents' perception of risk and their risk-taking behaviour. Male and female participants …

This text presents an analysis of the definitions and the phenomenology of youth risk
behaviors. The analysis showed that risk behaviors include a wide array of issues, growing …

This chapter describes risky behaviors in daily life, especially focusing on young people.
Driving while intoxicated, speeding, and illegal drug use are examples of risky behaviors …

Much theory and research has focused on adolescent risk-taking behavior. Common
theories include Zuckerman's (1971) perspective on sensation seeking, the problem …

Engagement in risk-taking behaviours can have adverse health impacts for individuals
across their lifetimes. Understanding how individuals perceive the benefits and risks …