For years, philosophers and psychologists have debated whether empathy helps or hinders the ways people decide how to help others. ‍Critics of empathy argue that it makes people care too narrowly — ...

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 ...

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 ...

Regular volunteering or helping others outside the home can reduce the rate of cognitive aging by 15-20%. In the latest evidence that meaningful social connections bolster health, a team from 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 ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Tracy Brower writes about joy, community and the future of work. Would you donate a kidney to a stranger? Or put yourself at ...

It’s the end of an era for chef Jeff Bacon, who, after founding Providence Kitchen’s culinary program at Second Harvest Food Bank, spent 20 years building it up and helping others achieve their ...

In the latest evidence that meaningful social connections bolster health, a team from The University of Texas at Austin and University of Massachusetts Boston has found that regular time spent helping ...