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Dr Emily - The Risk of Avoiding Risk

The Imperfects

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Influence of Childhood Messages on Risk Aversion

Childhood messages emphasizing caution and safety, such as 'be careful' and 'don't do that,' can significantly impact a person's risk-taking behavior later in life. Constant reminders about safety from parents, although well-intentioned, can ingrain a sense of risk aversion. This tendency to prioritize safety and caution can be traced back to early childhood experiences, where parents' protective instincts lead to repetitive messages about being careful and avoiding risks. Such messages can persist into adulthood and influence an individual to be less prone to taking risks.

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