Emergency preparedness
Optimism Bias
Knowing optimism bias can help you prepare for emergencies, such as natural disasters or power outages, without assuming that you won't be affected.
Pessimism Bias
Knowing pessimism bias can help you prepare for emergencies without becoming overly anxious or fearful of potential disasters.
Similar Situations
Cynefin Framework
Preparing for an emergency: Assess the complexity of potential emergency situations and develop appropriate preparedness plans.
Availability Bias
Budgeting for Emergencies: Don't neglect building an emergency fund just because you've never faced a financial crisis.
McGurk Effect
Emergency Communications: Ensuring clear and effective communication during high-stress situations.
Milgram Experiment
Emergency Situations: Encouraging bystander intervention and taking action when necessary instead of blindly following the crowd.
DunningâKruger Effect
First Aid & Emergency Situations: Those who think they "know what to do" without proper training may make dangerous mistakes. Recognizing this can encourage taking certified first-aid courses.