Explore
Psychology Home Page
Degree Requirements
Faculty
Course Descriptions
Student Research
Internship Opportunities
Independent Study
Psychology Crew
After Graduation
Resources
Wellness
--------------------
Cassandra Barrett 2007-2008
Abstract
Currently, there is a lack of understanding both in psychology literature and in the dominant culture as to why individuals choose to belong to punk culture. This study uses semi-structured interviews to help bring understanding to the internal and external factors that lead a person to this choice. Six participants from the Asheville area (3 female, 3 males) with a median age of 25.7 were recruited using the snowball sampling method. Interviews were recorded with a handheld recorder then transcribed for data analysis. Data analysis revealed eight relevant themes which occurred in each interview. Further analysis led to a theoretical model supported by a diagram, which help to explain why individuals choose to belong to punk culture.