Beaman suggests that it be combated by teaching psychology.  
Beaman suggests that it be combated by teaching psychology.  Other factors that may decrease its likelihood include smaller numbers, recognition of each other, and a perceived sense of emergency.  Latane and Darley found that it results from people asking "Is my help needed?" rather than "Should I help or not?"  Stemming from social loafing and a diffusion of responsibility and resulting in the death of Kitty Genovese, FTP, name this effect in which individuals in groups are less likely to help someone in need.
Beaman suggests that it be combated by teaching psychology.  
bystander effect