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The Psychology of Risk: An Introduction (Paperback)

by Glynis M. Breakwell (Author)
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  • Paperback: 350 pages
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press; 1 edition (8 Nov 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0521004454
  • ISBN-13: 978-0521004459
  • Product Dimensions: 22.4 x 15 x 2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 334,797 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)
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'…merits careful study …' The RoSPA Occupational Safety and Health Journal

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Risk surrounds and envelopes us. Without understanding it, we risk everything and without capitalising on it, we gain nothing. This accessible new book from Glynis M. Breakwell comprehensively explores the psychology of risk, examining how individuals think, feel and act, as well as considering the institutional and societal assessments, rhetorics and reactions about risk. Featuring chapters on all the major issues in the psychology of risk including risk assessment, hazard perception, decision-making, risk and crisis management, risk and emotion, risk communication, safety cultures, the social amplification and social representation of risk and mechanisms for changing risk responses, Breakwell uses illustrations and examples to bring to life the significance of her research findings. She provides an innovative overview of current knowledge on the subject but also suggests that there are many fascinating questions still to be answered.

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4.0 out of 5 stars The Psychology of Risk: An Introduction, 31 Jan 2009
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An excellent book by a leading authority who is under rated in mainstream Risk Management circles. The book only fails five star rating as it is actually too advanced to be "an introduction". Readers wanting a practical entry level into this field would be better advised to obtain a practical guide (Institute of Risk Management would help here), but those wishing to further their knowledge will really benefit from this book.
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