Abstract:
This thesis investigates adult perceptions of play and playfulness. Though it reflects
participant experiences in general, the research focuses primarily on how these are
understood within the context of work. As attention to play at work from both business
and academia increases, how adults understand, instigate, and appreciate play becomes
more important. This thesis improves understanding of how adults play as it connects
these perceptions with scholarly thought. The research was completed using a literature
review and information provided by fourteen participants in survey and interview form.
