Unit 4 topic 2- Bystander effect Flashcards
1
Q
Bystander effect
A
the presence of others reduces the likelihood of an individual offering help
2
Q
diffusion of responsibility
A
when others are present, bystander feels less responsible to help
more bystanders=less help
3
Q
Darley and Latane (1968)
A
someone was having ‘seizure’
found with 1 person most help
3 people moderate help
6 people least help
4
Q
Audience inhabition
A
presence of others makes individuals feel self conscious (less likely to help).
5
Q
social influence
A
measure social cues influencing engagement in helpful behavior
6
Q
Cost benefit analysis
A
weigh up pros and cons before helping. if cons outweigh pros than no help
7
Q
Bystander intervention
A
help someone in need of assistance
