Diffusion of responsibility The finding that when multiple individuals are present, the amount of responsibility is spread, each individual thus feels less responsible and is less likely to take action when action, such as rendering assistance to someone in need, is called for.   (see also:  Bystander effect)   Back to: Glossary A-C, Glossary D-H, Glossary I-P, Glossary Q-S, Glossary T-Z   Glossary of selected Judgement & Decision-making, Belief-related, and other Psychology terms A-Z »   » Return to belief, judgement, and clear thinking » Labels: Diffusion of responsibility

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