Observational Set, Empathy, and Helping.

Aderman, David; Berkowitz, Leonard

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Observational Set, Empathy, and Helping

Aderman, David; Berkowitz, Leonard

J Personality Soc Psychol, 14, 2, 141-48, 70 Feb

Observes that different kinds of observational sets may elicit different empathic responses from the observers, and that these responses can influence the observers' subsequent willingness to be helpful. (MB)

Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Behavioral Science Research, Cognitive Processes, College Students, Empathy, Models, Personality Theories, Reinforcement, Social Responsibility, Socialization

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