Depersonalisation and dignity Flashcards
what is bystander apathy?
diffusion of responsibility, the more people there are the less responsible each individual is.
-the likelyhood someone would intervene decreases
what is conformity?
occurs when an individual complies with another as a result of the setting
what is cognitive dissonance?
psychological discomfort which is aroused when people are confronted with conflicting ideas, beliefs or values
why may people adapt their ideas, beliefs or values to reduce dissonance?
individuals have a motivational drive to reduce dissonance
What are some examples of cognitive dissonance?
-smaller operations
-increased care for few patients
-equity of care for all patients
-keep the problem to themsleves