Social Justice Compassion Can Be Cultivated New research suggests training designed to increase feelings of compassion can lead to more altruistic behavior. Tom Jacobs
Economics Need Help? Ask a Virtual Superman New research finds people who flew in virtual reality were more eager to help later. Tom Jacobs
Economics How Analytical Can You Be When Your Child is Drowning? First the family dog went into the surf at California’s Big Lagoon Beach on Saturday. When the dog… Michael Todd
Social Justice Do the Arts Open Hearts? New NEA-funded research finds a link between altruistic behavior and attending cultural events. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Drowning in Good Intentions Heroism is a virtue, but how do we keep water rescuers from becoming victims themselves? Richard Korman
Social Justice Brain Scientists Locate Home of Altruism Swiss researchers report a connection between the size and activity of one specific part of the brain and the willingness to engage in selfless acts. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Benefits of Fatherhood Extend to the Community New research finds fathering children leads men to behave in more altruistic ways. Tom Jacobs