Izvestiya of Saratov University.
ISSN 1819-7671 (Print)
ISSN 2542-1948 (Online)


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Risk Communication: Theoretical Foundations and Current Issues

This article introduces the framework of risk communication problem. Values, attitudes, social influences and cultural identity, and institutes influence what human beings perceive as their risks. Hence, the social experience of risk is not confined to the technical parameters of risk, i.e. the probability and magnitude. The present work examines the methodological roots of risk communication theory, traces the development of this subject in risk literature, and explores its value in current risk issues.

Trust as a Moral Principle of Advocacy

The article analyzes the evolution of the concept of «trust» in ethical and socio-philosophical thought. It is emphasized that trust is correlated with such concepts as responsibility, integrity, honesty and is directly involved in the formation of a professional reputation. The communicative side of legal work is analyzed, which involves not only the exchange of information, but also the psychological interaction between people, which is directly supported by trust.

Socio-psychological Effects of Applying Order Technology Organizational Culture Changing

The article discusses data received in the course of order projects implementation. Three socio-psychological effects arise during formation of each organizational culture suborder («family», «army», «church»). The effects include: trust (for «family» suborder), confidence (for «army» suborder), faith (for «church» suborder). It is stated that above-mentioned socio-psychological effects also serve as criteria for organizational culturesuborder formation assessment. The task is set tocreate instruments for level measurement of achieved socio-psychological effects.

Attitudes Towards Money and Social Capital

The correlation between social capital and relationships to money was discussed. We suggested that social capital may perform a regulatory function in the people’s relation to material resources, which may occur at the individual level in relation to money. It was found that social capital at the individual level, demonstrates a negative effect on the following groups of monetary attitudes: «retention», «power» «inadequacy», «security».