Activation in bed nucleus of the stria terminalis (BNST) corresponds to everyday helping
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cortex.2020.02.001
Abstract: Everyday prosociality includes helping behaviors such as holding doors or giving directions that are spontaneous and low-cost and are performed frequently by the average person. Such behaviors promote a wide array of positive outcomes that… read more here.
Keywords: everyday helping; activation bed; bnst; bed nucleus ... See more keywords
Everyday helping is associated with enhanced mood but greater stress when it is more effortful
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-75261-z
Abstract: Our affective states can influence whether we help others and after helping we often experience improved affect. One important factor determining whether we help, is the amount of effort involved. Using an ecological momentary assessment… read more here.
Keywords: effort; stress; effort involved; mood ... See more keywords