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The relationship between demographic/educational parameters and perceptions, knowledge and earthquake mitigation in
Yechiel Soffer1, Avishay Goldberg, Bruria Adini
1Israel Defence Force, Home Front Command, Israel.
Disasters
|August 21, 2010
Summary
Men perceive lower earthquake threats and possess greater coping abilities and knowledge than women. Understanding these gender differences is crucial for effective earthquake preparedness and public safety initiatives.
Area of Science:
- Earthquake preparedness
- Disaster risk reduction
- Social science research
Background:
- Earthquake injury and loss of life can be mitigated by public perception, knowledge, and preparedness.
- Limited research exists on the relationship between demographic factors and earthquake preparedness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between demographic and educational parameters and earthquake perceptions, coping, knowledge, and mitigation strategies in Israel.
- To identify potential gender-based disparities in earthquake awareness and preparedness.
Main Methods:
- A national representative sample of 495 adults in Israel was surveyed.
- Statistical analyses were conducted to compare demographic and educational parameters with earthquake-related factors.
Main Results:
- Males reported lower perceived earthquake threat compared to females (p = 0.002).
- Males demonstrated higher perceived coping abilities (p = 0.011) and greater earthquake knowledge (p = 0.041) than females.
- Significant gender differences were observed in earthquake perceptions and knowledge.
Conclusions:
- Gender is a significant factor influencing perceptions, knowledge, and coping mechanisms related to earthquakes.
- Findings highlight the need for gender-sensitive approaches in earthquake education and mitigation strategies.
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