Abstract
Fear, a measure of our tolerance for and reaction to risk or danger, has a demographic dimension as well as a wealth dimension. Our economic security, income, wealth, and human capital all change throughout our lifetimes. In this cycle of life, we also gain knowledge, wisdom, and experiences that can guide us when faced with financial threats. This life cycle has a number of interesting aspects.
Access this chapter
Tax calculation will be finalised at checkout
Purchases are for personal use only
Preview
Unable to display preview. Download preview PDF.
Author information
Authors and Affiliations
Copyright information
© 2009 Colin Read
About this chapter
Cite this chapter
Read, C. (2009). The Demographics of Risk and Fear. In: The Fear Factor. Palgrave Macmillan, London. https://doi.org/10.1057/9780230250864_9
Download citation
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1057/9780230250864_9
Publisher Name: Palgrave Macmillan, London
Print ISBN: 978-1-349-31007-4
Online ISBN: 978-0-230-25086-4
eBook Packages: Palgrave Economics & Finance CollectionEconomics and Finance (R0)