Explain the key differences between "prosocial behavior" and "altruism."
Understand the concept of "heroism."
Be familiar with the term "bystander effect" and how it functions.
Discuss three important situational factors that can either enhance or inhibit helping.
Contrast the following terms: egoism, self-interest, moral integrity, and moral hypocrisy.
Explain how a bystander's emotional state may influence his or her decision to help.
Discuss the nature of empathy, how it develops, and why people may differ as a function of it.
Understand the concept of "reciprocal altruism" and why people would be willing to put their lives on the line for a stranger in a dangerous situation.
Outline other personality factors (other than empathy) associated with prosocial behavior and pay particular attention to the qualities of the altruistic personality.
Explain the various motives for volunteering.
Consider the role that gender plays in helping behavior.
Note the general reactions of those who receive help in terms of how it feels to receive such assistance.
State, define, and contrast the key models or hypotheses of why we engage in prosocial behavior.
