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Altruism has been and is an essential piece for modern philosophers in explaining morality. Although they may not all agree on one definition or range of meaning‚ they all agree on the importance altruism exhibits. Altruism is defined as the principle or practice of unselfish concern for or devotion to the welfare of others. To philosophers‚ altruism can be seen as a noble selfless act with no regard for self-interest. Egoism‚ as opposed to altruism‚ is also just as important to modern moral philosophy
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Prosocial Behavior Jennifer McReynolds University of Phoenix PSYCH 555 Dr. Kimberly Kinsey September 19‚ 2011 Prosocial Behavior Altruism can be defined as an unselfish desire to help other individuals. The issue of whether or not true altruism exists has been studied by social psychologists for a number of years. A brief summary of both sides of this argument will be provided. Each side as described by Jason Nier will be evaluated. One individual’s perspective on the subject will be
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existence of altruism in three ways. Which one shouldn ’t be on the list? Selected Answer: She lets a bee sting her Correct answer: She gives Joey her Concert tickets. First of all‚ altruism points to the principle or practice of concern for others. According to our textbook‚ there are two major categories of altruism: Extreme altruism: concern for interest of others while disregarding one’s interest. Moderate altruism: it also known as ‘Golden Rule altruism’ or ‘reciprocal altruism’ in which taking
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Psychology of Altruism and Morality The two competing theoretical frameworks that attempt to explain the development of morality are cognitive-behavioral and cognitive-developmental. The cognitive-behavioral approach is taken by Liebert‚ and the cognitive-developmental approach is taken by Kohlberg. Both sides have strong arguments that support their own theories and try to tear apart the opposing theory. The cognitive-developmental approach has been studied extensively by Lawrence
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confused with altruism‚ they are‚ in fact‚ two distinct concepts. Prosocial behavior refers to a pattern of activity‚ whereas‚ altruism is the motivation to help others out of pure regard for their needs rather than how the action will benefit oneself. A familiar example of altruism is when an individual makes an anonymous donation to a person‚ group or institution without any resulting recognition‚ political or economic gain; here‚ the donation is the prosocial action and the altruism is what motivates
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knowledge‚ etc.) how should you help? can you help? 5. Decision to help (outcomes vs. costs‚ motivation) is it worthwhile to help? are there risks to you that outweigh the benefits? Why does someone help? 1. Altruism/Egoism/Empathy Altruism—form of helping with the goal of helping another‚ without expecting anything in return involves self-sacrifice "altruistic personality"
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Love Your Neighbor As Yourself: Response to Ethical Egoism PHIL-122 22 March 2013 We are often taught at an early age that when struggling to make a decision to “let our consciences be our guides”. Conscience can be defined as our adherence to moral principles‚ or our considerations of fairness and justice. The word “consideration” is used because every individual has their own standards for what they feel to be morally right versus what they feel to be morally wrong‚ however this concept
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rule‚ and it is a part of her personality makeup. Her actions could be considered altruism that is selfishness in reverse. An altruistic person‚ he or she is helpful and concerned even when no benefits are expected in return (Myers‚ 2010). Altruism‚ Personal and Professional Social Responsibility‚ and Codependency Personal and professional social responsibility is acting in a way that benefits society‚ unlike altruism‚ which is a selfless and true concern for others. Codependent actions usually occur
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community oriented which represent altruism is still essential for well-fare of modern people. The main reason is that it is from families and communities that people whatever in the past or now can get direct emotional or financial support. To some extend‚ only by contributing to the groups to which we belong to can human being gain their fair interest. And the community interest is often the best way to take care of personal rewards. On the other hand‚ egoism is not necessarily bad for the survival
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