Recent research suggests that watching superhero films can boost prosocial behavior. This effect is mediated by increased empathy and moral justification, where viewers identify with the hero and see their actions as morally right.

Reducing leisure screen time for two weeks improved children’s mental health by decreasing emotional and peer-related difficulties while boosting positive social behaviors, highlighting the benefits of taking short breaks from screen media use.

Improving appearance—through makeup, hairstyling, or filters—heightens public self-awareness, making people more likely to engage in prosocial behaviors like donating or ethical shopping.

A recent study found that socially anxious individuals exert less effort for others when gaining rewards but show no difference from low-anxiety individuals when preventing losses

New research finds that prosocial tendencies predict shifts in political ideology, particularly views on economic equality, but political beliefs do not seem to change prosocial behavior.

A new study finds that negative views of atheists may be less about moral disagreement and more about signaling group identity.

Are wealthier people more generous? A new meta-analysis suggests they might be—at least slightly. Drawing on data from over 2.3 million participants across 60 societies, researchers found that individuals from higher social classes are modestly more likely…

A two-minute meditation involving silent eye contact and reflections on shared humanity helped strangers feel closer, more generous, and emotionally in sync, according to a new study. The findings suggest a simple way to build connection in a divided world.

While most people become less generous towards strangers, autistic adults maintain high levels of prosocial behavior regardless of social distance. New research confirms this generosity is intentional, not a byproduct of repetitive responding.

A new study suggests giving to others is naturally rewarding for humans from a very young age. Scientists found that toddlers express significantly more happiness when sharing treats than when receiving treats themselves.