Altruism and Sympathy: Their History in Philosophy and Some Implications for Psychology.

Katz, Joseph

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Publication Date: 1972

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Altruism and Sympathy: Their History in Philosophy and Some Implications for Psychology

Katz, Joseph

Journal of Social Issues, 28, 3, 59-69, Sum 72

The theoretical explorations of philosophers have led to rethinking the basic concepts of self'' and other'' as preparatory to answering the question of what principles ought to or might govern helping relations between people. (Author/JM)

Descriptors: Empathy, Helping Relationship, Individualism, Philosophy, Platonism, Psychological Studies, Self Actualization, Social Attitudes, Social Behavior, Social Reinforcement

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