From Damage to Dispute: A Decision Tree Analysis of Post-Disaster Government–Victim Conflict
Abstract
This study examines who is more likely to experience conflicts after disasters and identifies the major factors behind these conflicts. Using a decision tree analysis, it explores how combinations of structural, informational, psychological, and demographic factors influence conflict with government and communities. The results confirm that disaster conflicts are triggered by complex interactions rather than a single cause. The highest-risk group includes victims who are dissatisfied with government support, lack information on response and recovery, suffer severe damage, are under age 60, and experience disaster-related depression. Policy implications for improving post-disaster conflict management are discussed.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Disaster Management and Resilience
Public Relations and Crisis Communication
Earthquake and Disaster Impact Studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- International Journal of Public Administration
- Volume
- 49
- Issue
- 15
- Pages
- 1022–1033
- Publication date
- 18 January 2026
- Language
- EN