altruism

Have you ever noticed that people who engage in volunteer work seem super happy - maybe even obnoxiously so? Well, according to science, they actually do have plenty to smile about. Doing a good deed helps not only the beneficiary, but…

How many times have you done someone a favor, only to find yourself fuming when it is not reciprocated? All too often, we think we are giving to others without any expectations, but on a deeper level we do want something in return - a…

Best known for her 55 year old research study, Jane Goodall taught us that chimpanzees are among the most intelligent animals, capable of learning language,  making tools, even expressing altruism. Since we share 96% of the same DNA, few…