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Psychology of Risk

Understanding the human factors behind risk-taking behavior in Istanbul and beyond. Our research center specializes in the psychological dimensions of risk assessment, decision-making, and behavior.

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Understanding Risk Perception in Turkish Context

Founded in Istanbul in 2015, RiskMind has become a leading center for research into the psychology of risk-taking behavior with a special focus on Turkish cultural factors. Our interdisciplinary team combines psychologists, neuroscientists, and behavioral economists.

We've conducted groundbreaking studies on how cultural background influences risk assessment, particularly in the unique context of Turkey where Eastern and Western influences intersect.

Our research has been published in leading journals including the Journal of Risk Research and Psychology & Economics Review.

Research team analyzing risk assessment data

Frequently Asked Questions

What is risk psychology?

Risk psychology examines how people perceive, assess, and make decisions about risks. It combines elements from cognitive psychology, behavioral economics, and neuroscience to understand why people sometimes take unnecessary risks or avoid beneficial ones.

How can risk psychology help my business?

Understanding risk psychology can help businesses make better decisions, design safer products, create more effective risk communication strategies, and improve employee training programs. Our consulting services have helped companies in Istanbul reduce workplace accidents by up to 40%.

Do you offer workshops in Turkish?

Yes, all our workshops and consulting services are available in both English and Turkish. Our team includes native Turkish speakers with expertise in cross-cultural risk perception.

What industries do you specialize in?

We have particular expertise in finance, healthcare, construction, and technology sectors. However, our principles apply to any field where risk assessment and decision-making are important.

How is your approach different?

Unlike traditional risk management that focuses on statistics, we examine the human factors that often determine whether people follow safety protocols or make risky decisions. Our methods are evidence-based and tailored to Turkish cultural contexts.

Our Services

Risk Assessment Workshop

Half-day intensive workshop for teams to understand psychological factors in risk assessment. Includes practical exercises based on Turkish business cases.

₺2,500
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Corporate Consulting

Comprehensive analysis of your organization's risk culture with tailored recommendations for improvement. Includes employee surveys and management training.

₺15,000+
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Safety Communication Design

Using principles of risk psychology to create more effective safety communications that people will actually notice and remember.

₺8,000
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Current Research Projects

Cultural Differences in Risk Perception

Comparing risk assessment patterns between Turkish and European populations in financial decision-making scenarios.

Neuroscience of Risk

fMRI studies examining brain activity during risky decisions among Istanbul residents.

Pandemic Risk Behavior

Longitudinal study of how risk perceptions changed during COVID-19 in Turkey compared to other countries.

Our Team

Dr. Emre Kaya

Director of Research

PhD in Cognitive Psychology from Boğaziçi University with 15 years experience in risk perception studies.

Aylin Demir

Senior Psychologist

Specializes in cross-cultural risk communication and behavioral interventions.

Prof. Mark Johnson

International Advisor

Visiting professor from London School of Economics specializing in behavioral economics of risk.

Client Testimonials

The risk assessment workshop completely changed how our management team approaches safety decisions. We've seen a 35% reduction in workplace incidents since implementing their recommendations.

Mehmet Yılmaz

CEO, Anadolu Construction

Their research on Turkish investors' risk tolerance helped us redesign our financial products. Customer satisfaction increased by 20 points while maintaining appropriate risk levels.

Elif Şahin

Risk Manager, TürkBank

The psychology-based approach to safety communication has been transformative for our manufacturing facilities. Employees actually read and remember the safety materials now.

Cem Aydın

Safety Director, Vestel

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Download our comprehensive guide "Psychology of Risk: Turkish Perspectives" covering our latest research findings and practical applications.

Contact Us

RiskMind Research Center

We're located in the heart of Istanbul's research district, easily accessible from anywhere in the city.

📍 Nispetiye Mah. Aytar Cad. No:12, Beşiktaş, Istanbul
📞 +90 312 3411388
✉️ info@psikoloji-tr.com