"I'm not going to help him! He's a drunk and deserves what he gets!" This view reflects:

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This statement reflects a belief in a just world, which is the idea that people get what they deserve in life. The speaker is implying that the drunk person deserves the negative consequences of their behavior, and therefore is not willing to help them. This belief can be a defense mechanism to help people feel safer and more secure in their own lives, but it can also lead to blaming victims for their own struggles and ignoring the role of systemic factors such as poverty, discrimination, and addiction.

"I'm Not Going to Help Him! He's a Drunk and Deserves