Based on the inputs above, the EPPM model predicts three possible outcomes.
'''Danger control''' -– When an individual perceives that the severity and susceptibility are high and also perceives that they are competent to take mitigating action then they are likely to act to control the danger.
'''Fear control''' -– The model predicts that if an individual perceives their ability to control a risk as low, even if the severity and susceptibility is perceived as high, then they are likely to take steps to control their fear instead. This is [[maladaptive]] change, or counter-productive behaviour. Fear controlling behaviour may involve the use of [[cognitive]] [[defence mechanism]]s such as "It will happen to me sooner or later" in order to manage the state of [[anxiety]].{{clarify|date=March 2013}}
'''No Response''' -– The severity or susceptibility of the danger was perceived as low.
