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This study assesses household disaster vulnerability using an asset-based framework, highlighting its utility and challenges in measuring resilience after the Wenchuan earthquake.

Keywords:
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  • Disaster risk reduction
  • Socioeconomic resilience
  • Household vulnerability assessment

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  • Household vulnerability to disasters is complex, often exceeding simple monetary measures.
  • Existing studies face challenges in conceptualizing and measuring household vulnerability.
  • Asset-based frameworks offer a holistic view of livelihoods and well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the applicability of a capital assets framework for assessing household vulnerability to disasters.
  • To examine the framework's utility in the context of the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake.
  • To identify challenges in applying asset-based methods to disaster-affected populations.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized a capital assets framework encompassing financial, human, natural, physical, and social capital.
  • Applied the framework to analyze household vulnerability and resilience post-disaster.
  • Considered population heterogeneity and external interventions in the assessment.

Main Results:

  • The capital assets framework provides a useful lens for understanding household vulnerability and resilience.
  • Population heterogeneity (livelihood, residence) presents challenges for standardized assessment.
  • The impact of external aid (relief assistance) requires careful consideration in vulnerability studies.

Conclusions:

  • Asset-based frameworks are valuable for a nuanced understanding of household disaster vulnerability.
  • Further refinement is needed to address population heterogeneity and external interventions in disaster research.
  • This approach enhances disaster preparedness and response by focusing on diverse household capitals.