Listen "Bystander Effect"
Episode Synopsis
The Bystander effect, a phenomenon in which individuals are less likely to help in emergencies when others are present. One text details a computer model simulating this effect in cells exposed to radiation, while others examine the bystander effect in human contexts, such as workplace ethics and responses to violence. Research discussed includes studies showing diffusion of responsibility, pluralistic ignorance, and the role of personality traits in influencing bystander behaviour. Finally, a study demonstrates the bystander effect in rats, highlighting similarities between human and animal responses.
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