fromPsychology Today3 weeks agoOvercoming Barriers to Active BystandershipActive bystanders play a crucial role in challenging unacceptable behavior despite potential risks.
Texas junior high school student beaten, head-stomped by viscous peer as teachers fail to interveneStudents filmed a brutal fight instead of intervening, highlighting severe bullying and adult negligence during the incident.
'Legs still shake' of 'hero' who restrained suspect after Bermondsey church attackA violent incident occurred during church service, leading to a swift community response that resulted in the arrest of a suspect.
Walking in a rhythmic wonderland with holiday songs that could help save livesMusic can aid in maintaining the correct rhythm for CPR, which is vital for survival.
Maniac senselessly shoves woman, 62, onto NYC subway tracks after demanding a lighter: copsBystanders saved a woman pushed onto subway tracks in Brooklyn after the attacker became violent over a lighter request.
Witness to deadly subway chokehold said Jordan Neely was 'trying to attack everybody' in 911 call played at trialMoriela Sanchez's 911 call highlighted a chaotic subway incident involving Jordan Neely's aggressive behavior.
Good Samaritans rescue injured driver in Santa Cruz cliff crashThe quick actions of bystanders and emergency responders ensured the driver of the SUV was rescued after the vehicle plunged into Monterey Bay.
Maniac senselessly shoves woman, 62, onto NYC subway tracks after demanding a lighter: copsBystanders saved a woman pushed onto subway tracks in Brooklyn after the attacker became violent over a lighter request.
Witness to deadly subway chokehold said Jordan Neely was 'trying to attack everybody' in 911 call played at trialMoriela Sanchez's 911 call highlighted a chaotic subway incident involving Jordan Neely's aggressive behavior.
Good Samaritans rescue injured driver in Santa Cruz cliff crashThe quick actions of bystanders and emergency responders ensured the driver of the SUV was rescued after the vehicle plunged into Monterey Bay.
Vigilante bystander throws brick at Mercedes to stop teen driver from fleeing NY crash: copsA bystander intervened in a serious accident by throwing a brick at the fleeing driver, leading to an arrest on Long Island.
Passerby's 2nd rescue in weeks: He pulls Northern California woman from submerged carA woman trapped in a car was rescued in Northern California, highlighting the importance of quick community response in emergencies.
Vigilante bystander throws brick at Mercedes to stop teen driver from fleeing NY crash: copsA bystander intervened in a serious accident by throwing a brick at the fleeing driver, leading to an arrest on Long Island.
Passerby's 2nd rescue in weeks: He pulls Northern California woman from submerged carA woman trapped in a car was rescued in Northern California, highlighting the importance of quick community response in emergencies.
To all men who love football: stand up against game-day banter' and sexual violence | Chris PaourosFootball culture reflects societal issues of male violence against women.A significant percentage of women face sexual harassment but fail to report it due to fear.Casual sexism is a precursor to more severe forms of violence and abuse.
Owner explains heartbreaking heat stroke death of dog on Pleasanton apartment balconyA dog died from heat stroke after being left on a balcony, revealing critical issues in pet safety during hot weather.
Mum was stabbed at Notting Hill Carnival in front of daughter, 3, as she tried to save man from attack, court hearsCher Maximen is in critical condition after being stabbed while trying to save a man during a violent attack at a carnival.
Sexual offence reports on London transport up 10%Sexual offences on London transport network increased by over 10% annually, with bystander intervention rising due to awareness campaigns.
Rise in sexual harassment reports on Tube 'positive sign' posters are working, TfL saysIncreased reporting of sexual offences on the Tube and bus network signals more bystander intervention, attributed to TfL's poster campaigns.
Sexual offence reports on London transport up 10%Sexual offences on London transport network increased by over 10% annually, with bystander intervention rising due to awareness campaigns.
Rise in sexual harassment reports on Tube 'positive sign' posters are working, TfL saysIncreased reporting of sexual offences on the Tube and bus network signals more bystander intervention, attributed to TfL's poster campaigns.
Woman's disturbing account of random attack with umbrella outside NYC eatery goes viral: 'Why me?'Asian woman attacked by drug addict outside restaurant, highlighting rising concerns over anti-Asian violence.