After a California Earthquake : Attitude and Behavior Change

Hodgson, Michael E., Palm, Risa

ISBN 10: 0226644995 / ISBN 13: 9780226644998

Published by University of Chicago Press, 1992

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Synopsis:

Shortly before the Loma Prieta earthquake devastated areas of Northern California in 1989, Risa Palm and her associates had surveyed 2,500 homeowners in the area about their perception of risk from earthquakes. After the quake they surveyed the homeowners again and found that their perception of risk had increased but that most respondents were fatalistic and continued to ignore self-protective measures; those who personally experienced damage were more likely to buy insurance. A rare opportunity to analyze behavior change directly before and after a natural disaster, this survey has implications for policy makers, insurance officials, and those concerned with risk management.

About the Author: Risa Palm is Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and professor of geography at the University of Oregon. Michael Hodgson is assistant professor in geography at the University of Colorado, Boulder.

Bibliographic Details

Title: After a California Earthquake : Attitude and...
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Publication Date: 1992
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Good
Edition: 1st Edition.