Social Responsibility Norm
Definition
An expectation that people will help those dependent upon them or those who need assistance even if doing so may not offer any visible reward.
Analogy
Imagine being an older sibling. Even if your younger brother or sister annoys you sometimes, there's an unspoken rule that as their elder sibling, you're expected to look out for them and help them when they need it.
Related terms
Altruism: The belief in or practice of selfless concern for the well-being of others.
Empathy-Altruism Hypothesis: The suggestion that empathy motivates people to reduce other people's distress by helping or comforting.
Prosocial Behavior: Voluntary behavior intended to benefit others.
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