According to the ___________, whether deindividuation affects people for better or for worse depends on a group's characteristics and norms.

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The Social Identity Model of Deindividuation Effects proposes that whether deindividuation has positive or negative effects depends on the norms and characteristics of the group. This model suggests that deindividuation can lead to an increased sense of group identity and cooperation, but this positive effect only occurs if the group norms promote prosocial behavior. If the norms promote antisocial behavior, then deindividuation can lead to increased aggression and hostility. The other options (A, C, and D) are not relevant to this topic.

According to the ___________, Whether Deindividuation Affects People for Better