desresponsabilização
Desresponsabilização is a Portuguese term that translates to "disentanglement," "unburdening," or "shirking of responsibility" in English. It describes a psychological and social phenomenon where individuals or groups actively avoid or attempt to minimize their accountability for certain actions, decisions, or outcomes. This can manifest in various contexts, from personal relationships to professional settings and even broader societal issues.
The act of desresponsabilização often involves a conscious or subconscious effort to distance oneself from blame
On a larger scale, collective desresponsabilização can be observed in organizations or societies where responsibility for