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Chapter 9 Helping and Altruism

The document discusses altruism, defining it as behaviors aimed at increasing another's welfare without direct rewards. It explores concepts such as kinship, reciprocal altruism, and the influence of social norms, moods, and emotions on helping behaviors. Additionally, it highlights the social context's role in helping, including Latané and Darley’s model, and examines factors like personal distress, empathy, and cultural differences in altruistic behavior.

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Chapter 9 Helping and Altruism

The document discusses altruism, defining it as behaviors aimed at increasing another's welfare without direct rewards. It explores concepts such as kinship, reciprocal altruism, and the influence of social norms, moods, and emotions on helping behaviors. Additionally, it highlights the social context's role in helping, including Latané and Darley’s model, and examines factors like personal distress, empathy, and cultural differences in altruistic behavior.

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