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Unit 9 – Social Psychology
Topic 9.6
What does the term 'altruistic punishment' refer to in behavioral studies?
Helping someone else even if it harms oneself in some way.
Sacrificing personal gain for the well-being of others out of empathy or compassion.
Punishing wrongdoers at a cost to oneself for collective benefit.
Donating all personal assets to charity or community service organizations without expecting anything in return.
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