The psychology of uncertainty!

One of my sons needed an electronic item today, so we decided to combine electronics and groceries at the big Walmart Supercenter on the other side of town. The first picture shows toilet paper and paper towels aisles. Both were totally empty!



The second picture shows the bread aisles. Again, totally empty!



As the coronavirus outbreak continues, why do some people stockpile and others shrug? The psychology of uncertainty explains what's going on, says Rachel McCloy in New Scientist.

Read more: https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg24532732-500-covid-19-the-science-of-uncertainty-can-help-us-make-better-choices/#ixzz6GoOOQe4Q