#Thesis

Optimistic bias in risk appraisal and its relationship with cognitive load, prior knowledge and behavioral intentions.

Published on: 2023

M. Zangl: Optimistische Verzerrungstendenz bei der Risikoeinschätzung. Eine Studie zur kognitiven Belastung, zum gesundheitsrelevanten Vorwissen und zu gesundheitsförderlichen Verhaltensabsichten. Master Thesis, University of Graz, 2023.

Diagram illustrating risk factors and complications associated with Type 2 Diabetes. On the left, risk factors include genetic predisposition, age, unhealthy diet, physical inactivity, high blood pressure, overweight/waist circumference, and smoking. On the right, complications include diabetic eye disease, kidney disease, nerve damage, foot syndrome, coronary heart disease, arterial occlusive disease, strokes, and depression. 'Diabetes Typ 2' is highlighted in the center as the connection between the factors.