Prosocial Motivations to Empathize

Poster Session II

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Abstract: Across two studies, we examined how prosocial beliefs influence empathy choices and emotional rewards (N=161, N=110). Using the Empathy Selection Task, participants in a prosocial group chose to empathize more and found empathy more emotionally rewarding than those in a self-focused group. Findings highlight how prosocial beliefs may foster empathy.

• Anna Toledo (Presenting Author)
• Daryl Cameron (Author)
• Casey Brown (Author)