Unit 4 (Interpersonal Processes) - Bystander Effect Flashcards

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What is the bystander effect?

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When the presence of others reduces the likelihood of an individual offering help

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Who was Kitty Genovese?

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A woman who was murdered and 37 people witnessed the murder but didn’t call for help

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Causes of Bystander Effect (4)

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Diffusion of Responsibility, Audience Inhibition, Social Influence, Cost Benefit Analysis

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Diffusion of Responsibility

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When there are more people present, bystanders are less likely to help as they expect others to act instead

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Audience Inhibition

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The presence of others make the potential helper feel self-conscious, or may fear being judged

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Social Influence

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If others seem disinterested in helping, the potential helper may take it as a social cue that the situation is not one that warrants help

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Cost Benefit Analysis

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When an individual weighs up the benefits and risks before helping. An individual will help when benefits outweigh risks

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Associated Scientists/Study

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Darley & Latane

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