The Sensation Seeking theory states that individuals seek activities and experiences that will gratify their need for sensation, and maintains that there are different levels of sensation (high or low) that can be applied.

An individual's values often come into play when deciding whether or not to act upon the urge to satisfy their need for sensation regardless of the level of sensation seeking.

This theory has many implications for everyday life. Since families often suffer from miscommunication, this thoery is able to explain why such things take palce. The suggestion to reframe problems in order to gain a better understanding of what is going on seems like sound and practical advice.