Humans aren't wired to comprehend a pandemic. Here's why.

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Apr 09, 2020 Humans aren't wired to comprehend a pandemic. Here's why. Around the world, the coronavirus has forced schools to close, economies to stall and countries to lock down their borders. It has also elicited a wide range of reactions from people, many of which psychologists say show just how difficult it can be for the human mind to comprehend risk. That mental disconnect can be explained by how humans react to fear and their perception of risk — and the biases that color both. Read More Get the NBC News Mobile App Follow NBC News Check out all of NBCNEWS Newsletters here. Update Preferences | Unsubscribe | Contact | Privacy Update Preferences Unsubscribe Contact Privacy