Risk Perception: Historical and Cultural Influences

Sun. 1:30-3:00 p.m., Interlocken A

A large volume of risk perception research has been influenced by the psychometric perspective, which focuses on the cognitive, attitudinal, and emotional factors that influence how different risks are perceived. Psychometric research has proven fruitful, but some argue that the psychometric framework downplays the role of culture and history in influencing judgments about risks, as well as risk-related behavior. This session focuses on various aspects of culture, including religion and collective memory, and the ways they shape those judgments.

Peter Jutro Peter Jutro, Moderator
EPA National Homeland Security Research Center

 

Susanna HoffmanSusanna Hoffman, Panelist
Hoffman Consulting

 

Marcy RockmanMarcy Rockman, Panelist
EPA National Homeland Security Research Center

 

Gregory Button Gregory Button, Panelist
University of Tennessee

 

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