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Using performance art to promote intergroup prosociality by cultivating the belief that empathy is unlimited

Psychology

Using performance art to promote intergroup prosociality by cultivating the belief that empathy is unlimited

Y. Hasson, E. Amir, et al.

Discover how believing in unlimited empathy influences our interactions with others! This research by Yossi Hasson, Einat Amir, Danit Sobol-Sarag, Maya Tamir, and Eran Halperin reveals that fostering this belief can enhance outgroup empathy and encourage prosocial actions. Get inspired by their innovative use of performance art to drive social change!

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Abstract
This study investigates the impact of the belief in unlimited empathy on intergroup relations. Six studies (n=2118) show a correlation between the belief that empathy is a limited resource and reduced outgroup empathy. Conversely, fostering the belief in unlimited empathy increases outgroup empathy, promotes prosocial actions towards outgroup members, and encourages empathic behaviors in face-to-face interactions. These effects are consistent across various intergroup contexts. The study uses performance art as an intervention method, demonstrating that conveying the belief in unlimited empathy through art can promote social change.
Publisher
Nature Communications
Published On
Dec 16, 2022
Authors
Yossi Hasson, Einat Amir, Danit Sobol-Sarag, Maya Tamir, Eran Halperin
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-022-35235-z
Tags
empathy
intergroup relations
social change
performance art
outgroup empathy
prosocial behavior

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