INDIVIDUATION PROCESS AND SOCIAL TRANSFORMATION:
In light of extreme sports practice and promotion of public policies.
BMX Freestyle, psychosocial consequences, individuation, social transformation.
This research aims to investigate the relationship between the concept of individuation process proposed by Carl Gustav Jung (1875-1961) and the sport of BMX Freestyle Cycling. Through this analysis, the intention is to foster an enriching debate on the need for public policies to encourage sports participation. This work seeks to contribute to social psychology and the promotion of public policies for sports practices as a means of fostering citizenship for those directly or indirectly connected to social phenomena related to this sport.
To achieve these objectives, the research adopts a narrative approach, constructed through a literature review that includes materials available in the field of analytical psychology, as well as content related to the practical sports field. This interdisciplinary approach aims to better understand the complex biopsychosocial relationship that involves individuals engaged in BMX Freestyle Cycling, considering both the development of their personalities and the impact on the dynamics of the social groups to which they belong.
Exploring the connections between Jung's individuation and the practice of BMX Freestyle Cycling, this research aims to shed light on the positive relevance that sports participation can have on individuals and society as a whole. Emphasizing the importance of public policies that encourage these practices as a means of promoting active and healthy citizenship, benefiting not only the individuals involved but also society as a whole.