The role of prior experience in informing and motivating earthquake preparedness
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijdrr.2017.03.006
Abstract: Abstract Motivating household preparedness for earthquakes can be difficult, especially given the infrequent and varying nature of major events. Past research has shown that people's experiences contribute to their beliefs about whether, and how, they… read more here.
Keywords: earthquake preparedness; role prior; preparedness; experience ... See more keywords
Behavioral, Normative and Control Beliefs about Earthquake Preparedness: A Deductive Content Analysis Study
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DOI: 10.1371/currents.dis.20fbad29d53fb164ac2699dc2736d804
Abstract: Introduction: Despite efforts to increase earthquake preparedness (EP), the level of earthquake preparedness in Tehran is low, even when people acknowledge the risk they face. This problem has its roots in the beliefs of Tehran… read more here.
Keywords: deductive content; earthquake preparedness; beliefs earthquake; control ... See more keywords
Beating Fear with Hope: On Sustaining Earthquake Preparedness
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DOI: 10.1785/0220160106
Abstract: ABSTRACT The closure of the “L’Aquila Trial” has prompted the scientific community to revisit the question of what lessons have been learned. An issue of concern is the rise of short‐term forecasting in the aftermath… read more here.
Keywords: earthquake preparedness; fear hope; beating fear; sustaining earthquake ... See more keywords