Gender and Empathy
In general, I don’t put a lot of stock into the claims of “innate” gender … (Full Post)
altruism
When a Charity is Too Familiar: Lessons from Charity Psychology
There are at least two goals in the world of charity that impact charity psychology: … (Full Post)
Being a Good Samaritan: Psychology of Helping
Perhaps you’ve heard the parable, The Good Samaritan. You can read the exact story in the … (Full Post)
Donation Psychology: “Even a Penny Will Help”
When it comes to donations, there are all sorts of things a person could do … (Full Post)
When We Fail to Give: Dehumanization and Giving Aid to Outgroups
In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, people noticed that it was taking a while for anyone … (Full Post)
Helping Friends and Foes: Why We Help Sometimes and Not Others
If you were walking to lunch one day, and you saw someone trip, spill his groceries … (Full Post)