(Underwood + 1982)

Title: "Perspective-Taking and Altruism."

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Publication: PSYCHOLOGICAL BULLETIN 91/1 (1982): 143- 173.

Authors: Underwood, B., and Moore, B.

Date: 1982

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Underwood, B., and Moore, B. "Perspective-Taking and Altruism." PSYCHOLOGICAL BULLETIN 91/1 (1982): 143- 173.

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  • Reviewed in Meta-study (COTTON)*

  • Presents the details and results of a meta-analysis of the research relating perspective-taking (perceptual, social, empathic, and moral) to altruism in children. Overall, a moderate but reliable positive relationship was noted. (COTTON)*

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