According to the Empathy-Altruism Hypothesis,which of the Following Is the Primary

question 73

Multiple Choice

According to the empathy-altruism hypothesis,which of the following is the primary cause of altruistic behaviour?

• A) taking another's perspective
• B) rewards and costs
• C) personal distress
• D) evolution

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Definitions:

Fixation

In psychology, an obsessive focus or attachment to an idea, object, or person, often at the expense of the development of other aspects of one's life.

Demonstrate

To show or prove something clearly through evidence or actions.

Threatening Impulses

Internal desires or drives that are perceived as dangerous or unacceptable, leading to anxiety or distress.

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies employed by the unconscious mind to manipulate, deny, or distort reality in order to defend against feelings of anxiety and unacceptable impulses.