ISSN:
0268-3946
Source:
Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
Topics:
Psychology
,
Economics
Notes:
The effects of affect, as measured by the dispositional traits of positive affectivity (PA) and negative affectivity (NA), on risk perceptions and risk intentions were tested among 149 managers from a variety of industries and companies. A risk-assessment instrument consisting of systematically varied business scenarios was used to measure managerial perceptions of the risk dimensions of uncertainty, gains/losses, framing and personal involvement. Findings suggest that positive affect (high PA) managers viewed risk-related uncertainty and personal involvement more optimistically, but were not more willing to seek risk. Negative affect (high NA) decision makers perceived risk-related gains more negatively and were also significantly more likely to avoid risk.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/02683940310465027
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