This assignment is 2 parts
– Part 1: read the chapter and answer the questions
Chapter 11: Prosocial Behavior: Why do people help?
-Aronson, E., Wilson, T., Akert, R., & Sommers, S. (2022). Social Psychology (11th Ed). Pearson.
1) Have you ever donated money or time towards helping a specific cause or person? If so, explain why you helped. Did you feel empathetic?
2) What is prosocial behavior and altruism? Evolutionary Psychology explains altruism three ways. What are the three and explain each.
3) Do you agree that, Men are more likely to perform heroic and chivalrous acts and women are more likely to be helpful in long-term relationships that involve greater commitment? Explain.
4) What is the by-stander effect? Explain with an example.
5) How do you believe helping can be increased?
– Part 2: Analyze and critique TEDX Talks
TEDx Talks Critique: Building Bridges Between Communities Through the Power of Pro-Social
Mustapha El Akkari | TEDxBYU –
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