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  • Bystander Effect
    A phenomenon where the presence of others reduces the likelihood that any one person will help in an emergency.
  • Diffusion of Responsibility
    A psychological process where individuals feel less compelled to act because responsibility is shared among group members.
  • Deindividuation
    A state in which self-awareness diminishes, often leading to atypical behaviors in group settings.
  • Antisocial Behavior
    Actions that violate societal norms or rules, often emerging in group contexts like mobs.
  • Prosocial Behavior
    Actions intended to benefit others, such as increased friendliness, sometimes seen in group situations.
  • Self-Awareness
    A sense of personal identity and consciousness that can decrease in large groups, influencing behavior.
  • Mob Violence
    Destructive or aggressive acts carried out by crowds, often linked to reduced individual accountability.
  • Altruism
    Selfless concern for others' well-being, which can override group-based hesitation to help.
  • Social Context
    The surrounding environment and group dynamics that shape individual actions and decisions.
  • Expertise
    Specialized knowledge or skills that increase the likelihood of intervention during emergencies.
  • Anonymity
    A feeling of being unidentifiable in a group, which can alter typical behavior patterns.
  • Societal Norms
    Shared expectations about acceptable conduct within a community or society.
  • Crowd
    A large group of people gathered together, often influencing individual behavior through collective dynamics.
  • Emergency
    A sudden, unexpected situation requiring immediate action, where group presence can affect responses.
  • Individuality
    A sense of personal uniqueness that may diminish in group settings, impacting choices and actions.