Focusing on the success of others can make us selfish
Monday, February 16, 2015 - 21:10
in Psychology & Sociology
It is believed that the success of humans as a species depends to a large extent on our ability to cooperate in groups. Much more so than any other ape (or mammal for that matter), people are able to work together and coordinate their actions to produce mutual benefits. But what do we base our decisions on when we know whatever we do will affect those around us?