Glossary

Diffusion of responsibility

The reduction in individual felt responsibility for taking action when others are present; a primary mechanism of the bystander effect. (Ch. 37)

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Related Terms

"And what else?" "How can I help?" "I feel [emotion word]" "I'm just being direct" "perceptual readiness" "What do I actually need?" "What do you want?" "What was most useful for you?"

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