{"product_id":"the-velocity-of-information-human-thinking-during-chaotic-times-9781475865448","title":"The Velocity of Information: Human Thinking During Chaotic Times","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe velocity of information is the speed and direction of information during a crisis, which can overwhelm and distress people. This book offers understanding to manage chaos and our complex reactions to crisis situations, including recognizing indicators to judge the severity of an incident, understanding human predispositions, and joining a member check network. It also provides a novel framework for understanding chaos based on duration, location, and complexity. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 208 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 01 April 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rowman \u0026amp; Littlefield\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAmidst the chaos that unfolds, our cell phones blare with urgent alerts, while media outlets flood us with conflicting yet urgent messages. The magnitude of this crisis and its underlying causes remain shrouded in uncertainty, leaving individuals grappling to protect themselves. The rapid dissemination of information, known as the velocity of information, can overwhelm and distress those who lack a network of trustworthy sources to navigate the disorder.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnderstanding the velocity of information is crucial in managing chaos and navigating our complex reactions to crisis situations. It empowers us to make informed decisions amidst the turmoil, mitigating the influence of bias and propaganda. By recognizing indicators to assess the severity of an incident, comprehending human predispositions, and joining a member check network to gather real-time observations from trusted individuals in our network, we gain the ability to respond to situations with impartiality, enhancing outcomes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book offers a novel framework for understanding chaos, considering factors such as duration, location, and complexity. By delving into how human cognitive limitations shape individual and group behavior during different stages of chaos, readers gain valuable insights into how to avoid hysteria and optimize responses to emergency events.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrough personal interviews and explorations of historical and contemporary events, Velocity of Information provides a practical and realistic roadmap, offering specific, actionable guidance on navigating chaos. By applying the principles outlined in this book, individuals can develop the skills and strategies needed to thrive in an ever-evolving world characterized by uncertainty and rapid change.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 494g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 228 x 160 x 21 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781475865448\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David P. Perrodin","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44102289326330,"sku":"9781475865448","price":58.01,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1650633693498_book.jpg?v=1650747539","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-velocity-of-information-human-thinking-during-chaotic-times-9781475865448","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}