Sports are a beloved and integral part of many people’s lives, from those passionate about professional leagues to weekend warriors to recreational athletes. But for some, the compulsion to play and excel at sport goes beyond a simple hobby, to become an unhealthy obsession. Understanding the motives that drive sports obsession can help athletes stay […]

There are a variety of sports that people become obsessed with, but there are some sports addictions that are more universal than others. Below is a list of some of the most common global sports obsessions. Baseball is mostly central to the United States, although it is being seen in Japan and several other countries […]

There is no denying that sports are widely celebrated across the globe, and for good reason. They are exciting and active and promote a healthy and fair expression of competition. Sporting competitions are universally the largest crowd draws in the world. The positive side of this is that sports keep people busy and happy. The […]

Sports fanaticism is commonly observed in our culture. In fact, it is completely socially acceptable to be a self proclaimed sports nut and live a life invested into sports trivia, attendance, competitions and memorabilia. Sports is a global pass time and is meant to be enjoyed, but can there be such a thing as taking […]

We all have someone in our lives who is a sports fanatic: the person who never misses a game even if they have to cancel on another event, who defaults to sports to start any conversation and who becomes overly emotional about a win or a loss. Now consider the signs and symptoms of addiction: other […]