Perception Of Hazards Flashcards
What three things affect peoples perception of hazards?
Economic,social and cultural background
How does wealth affect peoples perception of hazards?
Richer people may be able to afford to move to areas that are less prone to hazards, or to build their homes to withstand hazards so they may perceive the risk as smaller
How does religion impact peoples perception of hazards?
Some people view hazards as acts of god sent to punish people
How does education impact people perception to hazards?
People with more education may have a better understanding of the risks of hazards, or they may believe that’s they are able to reduce the risks or mitigate the impacts
How does past experience impact peoples perception to hazards?
People who live in hazard-prone areas may have experienced hazards before, which may may affect the perceived risk from future hazards
How does personality affect peoples perception to hazards?
Some people fear hazards and others might think of them as exciting
