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Allison Martinez
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A person's motivation for helping after experiencing distress resulting from someone else's distress is called:

A) empathy.
B) principlism.
C) altruism.
D) obligation.

Motivation

The process that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors, driven by the needs, desires, and interests of the individual.

Distress

Negative stress that can result from challenging situations, leading to physical and psychological discomfort.

Empathy

Ability to feel another person’s experiences; identifying with and experiencing another person’s emotions, thoughts and attitudes.

  • Assess how empathy influences the motivation to engage in helping behaviors.
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Shehroze YaseenDec 26, 2024
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