Are the norms for helping different when a child is involved?

Helping Behavior

In 1987, 18-month-old Jessica McClure fell down a well in a backyard in Midland, Texas. Hundreds of volunteers worked around the clock to free her.

· Why did these people help?

· Are the norms for helping different when a child is involved?

· What insight does social psychological theory offer into this behavior?  Please refer to the research to support your statements.

· 750 word discussion