The "Feel Good,do Good" Effect in Studies of Prosocial Behaviour

question 63

Multiple Choice

The "feel good,do good" effect in studies of prosocial behaviour refers to the idea that

• A) helping alleviates guilt which often leads to a good mood.
• B) people in a good mood are more likely to help.
• C) in adults, helping is self-reinforcing.
• D) helping in emergencies relieves distress.
• E) helping puts people in a good mood.

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Definitions:

Egocentrism

A cognitive bias where an individual is unable to differentiate between their own perspective and that of others, often seen in early childhood development.

Anxious Attachment

A form of insecure attachment characterized by a constant need for reassurance and fear of abandonment.

Avoidant Attachment

A type of attachment style where individuals maintain their distance from others and avoid close emotional bonds.

Infantile Amnesia

The inability of adults to recall memories from early childhood, typically before the age of 3-4 years.