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A fight breaks out on a high school campus. Even though one student is hurt and obviously needs medical attention, no one in the crowd makes an effort to assist him. Psychologists would explain an individual's reluctance to help when others are present as ________.

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Answer: Bystander effect

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We hold the person accountable for their circumstances or to people we think "put" themselves in the position of needing assistance.

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