Crowds and audience behavior

Crowd and audience behavior refers to how groups of people act collectively in public settings, influenced by social dynamics and shared emotions. When people gather, their behavior can change due to factors like anonymity, peer influence, and the environment, often leading to increased excitement, conformity, or even disturbances. Understanding this behavior helps predict reactions, manage safety, and create engaging experiences, as individuals tend to act differently alone than in groups, often motivated by a desire to belong, respond to group momentum, or react to collective stimuli.