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  • Environmental Psychology
  • Risk Perception Studies
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Individuals prioritize risk reduction based on perceived threats and experiences.
  • Simultaneous consideration of multiple hazards is common.
  • A precautionary approach to all hazards is challenging.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the interconnectedness and temporal changes in public perception of multiple hazards.
  • To analyze risk perception dimensions (likelihood, impact, authority knowledge) across different hazards.
  • To understand how recent events influence hazard perception.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized data from three representative surveys in Italy and Sweden (n=12,476).
  • Surveys were conducted in August 2020, November 2020, and August 2021.
  • Assessed public risk perception for nine distinct hazards.

Main Results:

  • Recently encountered hazards (e.g., COVID-19) showed increased connections with other risks.
  • Perceived connections between hazards like wildfires, droughts, and floods remained stable.
  • A dual component in public risk perception of multiple hazards was identified.

Conclusions:

  • Public risk perception of multiple hazards exhibits dynamic and stable components.
  • Insights inform public health policy and climate adaptation strategies.
  • Understanding interconnected risk perception is crucial for effective risk communication.