Spending a few hours a week helping others may slow the aging of the brain. Researchers found that both formal volunteering and informal acts, like helping neighbors or relatives, were linked to ...

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Some people are just the go-tos when anyone in their circle has a problem. They give great advice, are always understanding, and have an energy that makes people want to approach them for help. The ...

Have you ever wondered why some people rush to help a stranger in need while others hesitate? Does the brain have special regions for altruism? The answer lies deep within the brain, where complex ...

What drives us to carry out acts of kindness for total strangers? For most people, helping others is intrinsically rewarding because of the release of dopamine. This makes the behavior ...