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The dark side of flow: a qualitative study of dependence in big wave surfing. (2009)
Journal Article
PARTINGTON, S., PARTINGTON, E. and OLIVIER, S. 2009. The dark side of flow: a qualitative study of dependence in big wave surfing. Sport psychologist [online], 23(2), pages 170-185. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1123/tsp.23.2.170

Flow has been described within sport psychology as an optimal state underpinning peak performance. However, the consequences of experiencing flow may not always be beneficial. One negative consequence might be that of contributing to dependence on th... Read More about The dark side of flow: a qualitative study of dependence in big wave surfing..