Laughing when nervous or scared is a natural defense mechanism, not just weird social behavior

People often enjoy watching violence in movies or games without feeling guilt—this is normal desensitization

Gossiping, though seen as toxic, actually strengthens social bonds and reinforces group norms in human evolution

Rubbernecking at accidents stems from primal curiosity about danger and death—not simply being insensitive

Blaming victims, especially in crime or tragedy, helps people feel safe and maintain belief in justice

These behaviors may feel disturbing, but they are deeply wired into human psychology and survival