Factors that affect the bystander effect

• Factors that affect the bystander effect
  • Presence of a recognized leader
  • Presence of a competent group member
  • Ambiguity of the emergency
  • Familiarity with the setting
  • Prior commitment

• The Bystander Effect: Deterring a wrongdoer

  • Stealing money
  • Stealing cases of beer
  • Shoplifting

• Characteristics of the helper

  • Small town vs. urban upbringing
  • Good and bad moods
    • One of the most consistent findings in social psychology is the finding that happy people are helpful people.
    • Why?

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