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The book provides heuristic models, from evolution and neuroscience, to explain the association between altruism and health, and examine potential public health
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In this authoritative, well-researched book, full of helpful insights and practical advice, a psychologist draws on more than 15 years experience and expertise
Pathological Altruism
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The benefits of altruism and empathy are obvious. These qualities are so highly regarded and embedded in both secular and religious societies that it seems almo
Does Altruism Exist?
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Argues that altruism is an inherent factor of group functionality and discusses how studying group function can promote positive changes to the human condition.
Altruism in Humans
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We send money to help famine victims halfway around the world. We campaign to save whales and oceans. We stay up all night to comfort a friend with a broken rel