Prosocial Motives, Emotions, and Behavior: The Better Angels of Our Nature Contributor(s): Mikulincer, Mario (Editor), Shaver, Phillip R. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1433805464 ISBN-13: 9781433805462 Publisher: American Psychological Association (APA) OUR PRICE: $34.19 Product Type: Hardcover Published: January 2010 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Personality |
Dewey: 155.25 |
LCCN: 2009011240 |
Physical Information: 1.3" H x 7.2" W x 10" (2.25 lbs) 468 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This book examines the interplay of positive and negative influences on human behavior from a variety of perspectives. It contains contributions from recognized pioneers of research on prosocial behavior. It also includes contributions from widely-recognized experts in their subject areas. It examines several prosocial emotions, such as compassionate love, gratitude, generosity, and forgiveness, showing how these arise in individuals and groups and how they can be fostered. |