Virtual Reality May Encourage Empathetic Behavior
According to a new study, virtual reality may be a useful tool for encouraging empathy and positive attitudes towards marginalized groups.... Read More...
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Us Vs. Them: Understanding the Neurobiology of Stereotypes
Using non-invasive brain stimulation, researchers shed light on the neurobiology underlying implicit biases.... Read More...
Altruism Can Be Trained
Researchers report altruistic motivations and behaviors can be changed with the help of mental training. ... Read More...
Psychologists Define the ‘Dark Core of Personality’
Researchers have identified a common denominator for 'dark' personality traits they have dubbed the D-factor. D-factor, researchers report, can be defined as the general tendency to maximize personal goals and interests over those of another, often to the extent of taking pleasure in hurting others.... Read More...
Neural Link Between Altruism and Empathy Toward Strangers
Researchers report those who enter into an altruistic act, such as donating a kidney to an anonymous recipient, are more sensitive to a stranger's fear and pain.... Read More...
Video Game May Improve Empathy in Middle Schoolers
Researchers report a new video game aimed at middle school children can help boost empathy and prosocial behavior. The study reports children exposed to the game showed greater connectivity between brain networks linked to emotional regulation and perspective taking.... Read More...
Why Do Kids Lie, and Is It Normal?
Researchers say lying in childhood is normal and an important sign that a child's cognitive skills are developing. ... Read More...
‘Lower Status’ People More Likely to Share Wealth Than ‘Higher Status’ People
A new study reports lower status individuals are more likely to share wealth than those considered to be of higher status.... Read More...
Putting Oneself in Another Person’s Place is the Best Antidote Against Prejudice
While empathy may not have a direct effect on prejudice, researchers say it does have an indirect influence via personality and attitude. The study reveals a person with low empathy is more likely to score high on authoritarianism and is indirectly more susceptible to show prejudice.... Read More...
Higher Empathy People Process Music Differently in the Brain
Researchers report people with higher empathy process music with greater involvement in the brain's reward system and areas of the brain associated with social information processing.... Read More...
Want Narcissists to Donate to Your Cause? Make it About Them
Researchers report narcissists who are asked to imagine a recipient's circumstances are more likely to donate to a cause than when the recipient's plight is simply described to them.... Read More...
Training Compassion ‘Muscle’ May Boost Brain’s Resilience to Others’ Suffering
A new study reveals compassion meditation training may reduce distress when witnessing the suffering of others and improve the ability to respond with compassion.... Read More...