Articles tagged with Risk Perception
A survey of hospital staff in two Swiss hospitals found that those who were hesitant or refused vaccination displayed higher impatience and lower expectations for public vaccination rates. This has implications for future health campaigns, as medical staff serve as role models for the general public.
A Cornell-led study found that underestimating people's COVID concerns can have severe consequences, including undermining cooperation and trust. The researchers analyzed over 1 million responses from mid-2020 and discovered significant disparities in concern levels between different racial and ethnic groups. Hispanic, Black, and Asian...
A new study found that individuals high in grandiose and vulnerable narcissism are less likely to wear masks or get vaccinated. However, those who do choose to participate may be more likely to encourage others to do so. Researchers suggest using unique messaging strategies to tap into these personalities.
A new report emphasizes the need to divert girls and women from custodial sentences into community alternatives, citing concerns about stigma, criminalization, and systemic failures. The research highlights the experiences of imprisoned women from care and those in care with youth justice system contact.
A simulated crisis-care event revealed the moral distress experienced by triage team members who had to prioritize patients for scarce resources. The study aimed to operationalize a process for making life-and-death patient decisions, but triage-team members struggled with balancing individual patient needs with fair resource allocation.
A recent study from Oregon State University found that Oregonians are more likely to perceive environmental and public health risks than potential financial gains from natural gas export. The study surveyed 500 adults and found that those with higher education, younger adults, women, people of color, and liberal or moderate political v...
Research by American Psychological Association suggests that people feel less vulnerable to COVID-19 when they think of their friends rather than strangers. This 'friend-shield effect' can lead to reduced safety precautions and increased infection risk.
Two studies on hurricane and wildfire survivors found that negative personal experiences drive adaptation behaviors, while considering vulnerabilities is crucial for effective communication and policy. These findings inform public communications and policy to empower vulnerable communities.
Research suggests stress plays a bidirectional role in AFib, both increasing episodes and contributing to mental health issues. Stress reduction strategies, such as mindfulness-based stress reduction and anxiolytic therapy, may improve AFib symptoms and quality of life.
A new study finds that COVID-19 vaccination is associated with statistically significant declines in multiple psychological distress factors. Vaccination was linked to reductions in perceived risks of infection, hospitalization, and death, as well as improvements in mental health and quality of life.
A field experiment in China found that people tend to increase activity when informed that others are themselves increasing activity, suggesting a low-cost intervention for promoting economic activity during the pandemic. The study suggests that social cues can be a useful signal for evaluating risks and making decisions about activities.
A study by McGill University found that those who experienced more pandemic-related worry had reduced information processing speed and ability to retain information needed for tasks. Pandemic worry also predicted individuals' tendency to distort described risk levels, which may influence decisions about getting a COVID-19 vaccine.
Researchers found that re-identifying individuals from genomic data using public face images is harder than previously thought, with success rates well below idealized settings. They developed a method to alter social media photos and reduce the risk of privacy breaches.
A UC study found that Ohioans consider various factors beyond distance and cost when selecting an abortion clinic, including personal experiences, online reviews, and clinic type. The research highlights the importance of social myths and risk perception in shaping choices about abortion care.
Researchers analyzed a statewide survey in Pennsylvania to identify experiences of autistic individuals and their caregivers across interactions with the criminal justice system. Positive and negative experiences were reported, highlighting an increased risk for male autistic individuals with co-occurring psychiatric diagnoses.
A new study by CUNY SPH found that COVID-VAC scale can inform targeted interventions to increase vaccine uptake among hesitant groups. Key motivators for vaccination included protecting oneself and loved ones from COVID-19, with continued testing crucial in combating misconceptions.
A study by UC3M researchers found that higher collective risks lead to stronger social norms and increased punishment for non-compliance. However, as perceived risk decreases, compliance with these norms also drops. The study, published in Nature Communications, provides evidence on how collective risks impact social behavior.
A Rutgers study found that young adults who do not use tobacco products report higher intentions of using Puff Bar e-cigarettes with a 'tobacco-free nicotine' claim. The study suggests that this type of claim may reduce perception of health risks and prompt the use of Puff Bar over other brands.
A new study from Edith Cowan University identifies four pathways regularly associated with Western Australian mining deaths, including design flaws and poor management. The research recommends that companies prioritize these pathways to reduce workplace fatalities and improve worker safety.
The Comparing Outcomes of antibiotic Drugs and Appendectomy (CODA) trial found that nearly 7 in 10 patients with antibiotics avoided an appendectomy within three months. By four years, just under 50% had the surgery, suggesting both treatments are safe and valuable to patients differently based on unique symptoms and circumstances.
Using qualitative terms to describe risks associated with treatments for appendicitis led to a wide range of interpretations among patients. In contrast, giving risk percentages or ranges improved communication and reduced variance in interpretation.
Researchers found that most anglers weren't thinking about how invasive species could affect their own lives, highlighting the need for personalized messaging. Tailoring education campaigns to an angler's values and risk perceptions can motivate action, such as decontaminating boats or attending cleanup events.
A study from Lancaster University found that a serious game, 'Point of Contact', increased players' awareness of Covid-19 transmission risk and favorability towards health over livelihood. The game's impact was significant, with 87% of participants saying they would be more careful in following Covid-19 preventative guidance.
A new study examines vaccination misinformation on social media, revealing that fear-provoking messaging fuels its spread. The research team developed predictive models to identify true and false information on Twitter, categorizing messages as positive or negative cause-effect statements.
A study found that older adults were more willing to donate to charities within their own country compared to international charities. They also showed greater compliance with public health guidelines, particularly for physical distancing.
A new study published in Addiction found that expanding naloxone access laws in the US did not contribute to reductions in perceived risk of heroin use. The research used data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health and found no correlation between naloxone access and perceptions of heroin risk.
A new study suggests that increased access to naloxone has not changed people's perception of the risks associated with heroin use. Researchers found that individuals who used heroin and those living in areas with easy or restricted access to naloxone both perceived heroin as a high-risk substance.
Research reveals that salespeople conduct rational benefit–cost analyses when deciding which opportunity to pursue. They also use a calibration decision-making strategy for solution selling, which can lead to serious under- or overestimation of conversion rates. The findings highlight the importance of managing salespeople's avoidance ...
A recent NTU Singapore study reveals that individuals experiencing fear, social pressure, and perceived scarcity are more likely to engage in panic buying. The study's findings highlight the importance of addressing the psychological and social components of panic buying to mitigate its detrimental impact on societies.
A University of Otago study found that crawling experience significantly influences a baby's ability to avoid falling into water. The research, published in Infancy and Developmental Psychobiology, suggests that caregivers should promote crawling opportunities for their infants to develop safe perception and behavior.
A recent study at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health found that combined perceptions of the risk and availability of cannabis influence the risk of cannabis use more than perceived risk and perceived availability alone. Individuals who perceived cannabis as both low-risk and available were 22 times more likely to have ...
A study of over 1,200 consumers found that many are unfamiliar with common dairy processing terms and perceive them as unnatural. Providing education about these terms improves understanding, leading to increased positive perception and purchases.
A new study published in the Journal of the Association for Consumer Research posits that increased accessibility to anthropomorphized luck can lead consumers to pursue higher-risk financial behavior. The authors suggest that preferences for riskier options are driven by shared risk perceptions that may engender feelings of security.
The special issue explores various aspects of risk sciences and resilience analytics to guide decision-making and operations related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Papers cover topics such as risk perception, human health and infection risk, and risk management strategies.
A recent study found that perception of COVID-19 risk was associated with underlying health conditions. The study also showed a link between perceived infection chances and protective behavior, highlighting the importance of individual responses to mitigate complications from the virus.
A study of UK residents shows that personal values and political worldviews play a significant role in shaping perception of COVID-19 risk, with those who feel government should be less controlling believing the virus poses less risk. This is associated with adoption of fewer protective behaviors.
A study published in Child Development has linked children at risk for developmental coordination disorder (DCD) to difficulties with auditory time perception, crucial for basic skills like walking and processing speech. The research suggests that music with salient beats could be used as a therapy to help treat children with DCD.
A £375,000 two-year study led by Professor Kate Hunt aims to understand the lived experiences and support needs of people suffering from 'long COVID'. The research will produce a reliable online resource with practical information and support for those affected and their families and carers.
A recent survey study found that providing COVID-19 case information on maps did not improve public knowledge or behavior. The study suggests that more effective strategies are needed to educate the public about COVID-19 risks.
Research studies examine how media shapes public perceptions of COVID-19, including factors like cultural cognition, emotions, and risk perception. Findings reveal that people who experience fear and anger are more likely to support government responses, while those who trust scientific judgments have higher risk perceptions.
A new research study examines how people's willingness to undertake certain behaviors changes over time during the pandemic, influenced by digital information. Researchers found that individuals differ in their attitudes towards risk, with those exposed to high-quality digital information more likely to make informed decisions.
A US survey found that increased local case counts of a hypothetical disease led to higher vaccination rates. Older, wealthier participants and those with conservative views were more likely to get vaccinated. The study highlights the complex relationship between perceived risk and vaccine propensity.
Research at National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) found that people's sense of danger lowers when exposed to smoke, leading to a false sense of security. The most critical factor for evacuation decisions is perceived risk, with increasing perceptions leading to increased likelihood of evacuation.
Researchers found that smokers with higher math skills remembered more of the scary stats about smoking risks, leading to greater risk perception and intentions to quit. This study highlights the importance of numeracy in helping smokers make informed decisions.
A study published in Scientific Reports found that experiencing acute stress can dampen amplification of risk perception, while feeling stressed may contribute to overestimating risks. This has significant implications for public health efforts during global crises.
A new study finds that the UK has the highest overall levels of concern about coronavirus, followed by Spain. Risk perception is influenced by preventative measures and psychological factors such as prosociality and individualistic worldview.
A team of investigators at the University of Kansas is developing mathematical models to project how different interventions can stem the spread of COVID-19. The models will account for human behavior, such as public fear and adherence to disease-control measures.
A study published in Japanese Psychological Research found that users with more mutual connections are more likely to spread dreadful information, possibly intending to share their reactions. By identifying user network characteristics, this study potentially offers a solution to prevent fake news dissemination.
A study of young African American adults found that high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity contribute to a higher stroke risk. Improved nutrition and healthy eating habits can help mitigate this risk by increasing stroke awareness among this group.
New research finds that Americans perceive the likelihood of a nuclear weapon detonating on US soil as a coin toss, with younger generations being more apathetic about nuclear topics. Media use plays a significant role in shaping perceptions, particularly among Millennials and Gen Z.
Several studies investigate how social media shapes consumers' perceptions of food technologies, including GMOs, and the resulting disinformation. Researchers analyze online articles, social media engagement, and brain responses to infographics about food technologies, highlighting the need for effective communication campaigns.
Research suggests a significant increase in cannabis use among individuals with depression over the past decade. The prevalence of cannabis use was approximately twice as common among those with depression compared to those without it. Daily cannabis use was also more common among those with depression, particularly young adults.
The study found that cannabis use was approximately twice as common among those with depression in 2017 compared to those without. The prevalence of past 30-day cannabis use among those with depression was significantly higher, especially among young adults.
Research highlights factors affecting locum practice quality and safety, emphasizing the need for better understanding of differences between locum and permanent doctors. Organisations must ensure locums are integrated into clinical governance systems and policies are fit for use by all staff.
Family physicians with five or fewer years' experience emphasize the need for trusting relationships and effective pain management support. Physicians with longstanding practices describe stronger therapeutic relationships that reduce strict enforcement measures.
A new registry study finds that clinicians and patients have different perceptions of atrial fibrillation risk, leading to inconsistent treatment decisions. The AVIATOR 2 registry shows the need for better tools to quantify risk and improve patient outcomes.
A recent special issue published in Risk Analysis examines how attitudes and perceptions of risk affect the acceptance of autonomous vehicles. Studies found that most people prefer defaults to staying in their lane when faced with a collision, and social trust plays a significant role in public acceptance.
A study found that women with a bachelor's degree and men who knew someone at high risk for the virus were more likely to have knowledge or concerns about Zika. Targeted prevention interventions by gender and education level can effectively educate the public.
A new study confirms helmets are effective in protecting skiers and snowboarders from some head injuries, but found no significant reduction in the risk of traumatic brain injury (TBI) or concussion. Helmet use was associated with a lower risk of non-head injuries, suggesting that helmet users take less risk.
A recent study found that individuals with a positive outlook and less education are more susceptible to marketing scams promising large rewards. The presence of an activation fee can help deter potential victims by reducing the perceived risk.