APS
2025 APS Annual Convention · 2025
Applying Batson’s Model of Human Altruism to Environmental Concern
- Jim Allen
The State University of New York, Geneseo - Anna Arehart
State University of New York, College at Geneseo - Alexandra Gaboury
The State University of New York, Geneseo - Anthony Carvalho
State University of New York at Geneseo - Joseph Healy
State University of New York at Geneseo
Abstract
We examined a mediational model that fully tested whether Batson's (2023) theory of human altruism predicted concern for the natural environment. Consistent with Batson's model, taking the perspective of other humans predicted environmental concern via the mediators empathy for other humans, dispositional empathy for nature and connection to nature.
Climate Change
