The Notion That Feeling Another's Pain Motivates Us to Help

question 82

Multiple Choice

The notion that feeling another's pain motivates us to help others is called the ____.

• A)negative state relief hypothesis
• B)empathy-altruism hypothesis
• C)reciprocity hypothesis
• D)upward helping hypothesis

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Definitions:

Time Course

The progression or sequence of events or states over a period of time, often used to describe the dynamics of processes in various contexts.

Axis I

A classification in some versions of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders that refers to primary clinical symptoms that cause significant impairment.

DSM-IV

The fourth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, a guide for diagnosing mental disorders.

Disorders

Medical or psychological conditions that disrupt normal functioning.