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Specifying factors in radiation risk perception.

L Sjöberg1

  • 1Center for Risk Research, Stockholm School of Economics, Sweden.

Scandinavian Journal of Psychology
|June 28, 2000
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This study found fear weakly relates to perceived risk. However, perceived risk of radiation hazards like nuclear power and X-rays can be well explained by factors including trust and "Tampering with Nature".

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Risk Analysis
  • Radiation Science

Background:

  • Understanding risk perception is crucial for public health and policy.
  • Traditional models of risk perception often overlook specific psychological factors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To test a model of perceived risk, examining the relationship between fear and various risk dimensions.
  • To investigate perceived risks of ionizing radiation hazards (nuclear power, X-rays) using an enhanced psychometric model.

Main Methods:

  • Factor analysis of a fear scale to identify fear dimensions.
  • Modeling perceived risk ratings based on attitude, risk sensitivity, radiation risk perception, trust, and a "Tampering with Nature" factor.
  • Investigating perceived risks associated with nuclear power and X-rays.

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Main Results:

  • Fear was found to have a weak relationship with overall perceived risk.
  • The enhanced psychometric model, including "Tampering with Nature," effectively explained perceived risk of radiation hazards.
  • Specific perceived risk of radiation and "Tampering with Nature" emerged as significant factors.

Conclusions:

  • Perceived risk, particularly for radiation, is influenced by a combination of factors beyond simple fear.
  • The concept of "Tampering with Nature" is an important addition to understanding risk perception.
  • The study provides a robust model for explaining radiation risk perception.