Question

In the aftermath of the 2010 haiti earthquake, relief was slow in coming and looting was commonplace. for those who were caught stealing other people's possessions, "mob justice" became an issue. this illustrates which theory?

Answer 1

emergent norm theory

The theory hypothesizes that non-traditional behavior develops in crowds as a result of the emergence of new behavioral norms in response to a precipitating crisis.New conventions must form as part of the collective action.