Length1h 15m
About this audiobook
Most people believe they know exactly how they would behave in any situation. We like to think our values, judgment, and self-control remain constant, regardless of where we are or who surrounds us.
Psychological research tells a different story.
When thousands of people gather in a shared space, powerful social and environmental forces begin to shape human behaviour. Anonymity can reduce inhibition. Emotions can spread from person to person in seconds. Peer influence can redefine what feels acceptable. Alcohol, fatigue, overstimulation, and the excitement of celebration can all affect judgment, while opportunity and reduced accountability may alter how some people weigh risk and consequence.
For the overwhelming majority, these environments produce unforgettable memories, shared joy, and community. For a minority, the same conditions can contribute to impulsive decisions, conflict, or criminal behaviour.
Audiobook details
GenreTrue Crime, Education and Learning
Length1 hr 15 mins
Narrated byRecorded Track
FormatAudiobook
Publish dateJul 20, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Pre Face
7Opportunity - Chapter 5
2Introduction
8Reduced Accountability - Chapter 6
3Deindividuation - Chapter 1
9Overstimulation - Chapter 7
4Alcohol and Drug Use - Chapter 2
10Territorial or Group Identity - Chapter 8
5Emotional Contagion - Chapter 3
11Risk-taking in Festive Settings - Chapter 9
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6Peer Influence - Chapter 4
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