Factors Affecting Bystander Behaviour Flashcards

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What is the bystander effect?

People are less likely to help when others are present.

When many people are around, each person feels less responsible to act.

People look at others and think it is not an emergency if others stay calm and do nothing.

If people do not notice the event, they cannot help. Busy places can make noticing harder.

If people think it is an emergency, they are more likely to help. If they are unsure, they may wait.

Fear of looking silly or doing the wrong thing stops people from helping in public.

People weigh up risk, time and effort. High cost lowers helping; low cost raises helping.

People who know what to do, like first aid, feel able and are more likely to help.

People in a good mood are more likely to help. A bad mood can reduce helping.

People help more when the victim seems like them, such as same age or style.

Seeing someone else help sets an example. It makes others more likely to join in.