ICPS
2023 International Convention of Psychological Science · 2023
The Bright Side of Fixed Mindsets: Entity Beliefs Promote Willingness to Help
- Zhixuan Lin
The Chinese University of Hong Kong - Yu Kou
Beijing Normal University - Helene Fung
Department of Psychology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Abstract
This project reveals a bright side of entity beliefs. Compared with incremental theorists, entity theorists are more willing to help people in need because they are more likely to show empathy to the recipient and consider the help as reflecting their own traits. Moderators are explored.
Social Cognition
