Researchers find a genetic component to pro-social behavior is also linked to social anxiety. Read More
A new study reports parental views on justice have an impact on the moral development of their infants. Read More
A new study pinpoints which tests may be most accurate for providing information about prosocial behavior. Read More
A new study measures changes in psychosocial attitudes after people drink beer. Read More
A new study reports readiness to help in an emergency situation depends heavily on your personality. Read More
According to a new study, social ability of dogs appears to be affected by genes that also influence human behavior. Read More
A new study reveals acute stress can increase pro-social behavior and empathy. Read More
Children born to either very young or very old fathers show more pro-social behaviors during early development, but lagged behind their peers born to middle aged dads during adolescence. Read More
According to researchers, preschool aged children are happy when they share on their own accord, but not when they are obligated to do so. Read More
University of Pennsylvania researchers report people who report higher levels of moral reasoning show increased activity in brain areas associated with reward. The study may improve understanding as to why some people are more likely to engage in prosocial behaviors. Read More
University of Zurich researchers report prosocial behaviors trigger stronger reward system activation in women, where as the same neural response is elicited by selfish behavior in men. Read More
While research has cleared tryptophan of causing us to be sleepy following our Thanksgiving lunch, studies reveal TRP can promote interpersonal trust. Read More
