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Psychology of Environmental Risk Perception

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Natural Risks

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Factors influencing perception include personal experience, media coverage, and cultural beliefs. Examples are earthquakes, floods, and hurricanes.

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Technological Risks

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Factors influencing perception include trust in science and technology, perceived control, and familiarity. Examples are nuclear power accidents, chemical spills, and data breaches.

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Health Risks

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Factors influencing perception include personal vulnerability, severity, and exposure to health warnings. Examples are epidemics, smoking-related illnesses, and air pollution.

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Economic Risks

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Factors influencing perception include personal financial status, market volatility, and historical economic downturns. Examples are stock market crashes, unemployment, and inflation.

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Sociopolitical Risks

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Factors influencing perception include political orientation, social values, and exposure to political discourse. Examples are terrorism, war, and social unrest.

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Environmental Health Risks

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Factors influencing perception include proximity to the hazard, evidence of impacts, and perceived imminence. Examples are lead contamination, asbestos exposure, and pesticide use.

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Climate Change Risks

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Factors influencing perception include political ideology, scientific literacy, and perceived personal impact. Examples are global warming, rising sea levels, and extreme weather events.

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Occupational Hazards

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Factors influencing perception include workplace safety measures, industry standards, and personal experience with accidents. Examples are mining accidents, construction site dangers, and exposure to hazardous materials.

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Psychosocial Risks

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Factors influencing perception include social networks, stress levels, and media portrayals. Examples are workplace bullying, social isolation, and online harassment.

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Recreational Risks

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Factors influencing perception include thrill-seeking tendencies, social influences, and safety education. Examples are extreme sports, alcohol consumption, and unprotected sex.

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