Individuals who are normally law-abiding may vandalize and loot when they become part of a mob. This change in behavior is best understood in terms of

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Deindividuation refers to the loss of self-awareness and self-restraint that can occur in group situations where individuals feel anonymous and their actions are not easily identifiable. This can lead individuals to act in ways they normally would not, such as vandalizing and looting as part of a mob.

Individuals Who Are Normally Law-Abiding May Vandalize and Loot When