Tim is a nice,quiet boy,except when he roams the streets as a member of a gang.While with the gang,Tim acts in a violent,vulgar fashion.His antisocial behavior is likely the result of:

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Deindividuation refers to the loss of self-awareness and self-restraint in group situations that foster arousal and anonymity. Tim's behavior while in the gang is more likely due to deindividuation, as he is acting in a violent and vulgar manner while with the group, not adhering to his personal standards of behavior.

Tim Is a Nice,quiet Boy,except When He Roams the Streets