Be a Better Bystander: Transforming Passive Observers into Active Responders

The nature of an emergency is complex; after all, emergencies “emerge” suddenly without warning and typically require immediate attention. Bystanders are often the first line of defense in these situations. Unfortunately, in many situations where help is needed such as health—related emergencies, bullying, sexual misconduct, and bias, the default is to not get involved. The goal of this book is to identify the many obstacles that prevent people from taking action, and then provide evidence—...