Altruism
Unselfish regard for the welfare of others
Bystander Effect
The tendency for any given bystander to be less likely to give aid if other bystanders are present
Social Exchange Theory
The theory that our social behavior is an exchange process, the aim of which is to maximize benefits and minimize costs
Reciprocity Norm
An expectation that people will help those needing their help
Conflict
A perceived incompatibility of actions, goals or ideas
Social Trap
A situation in which two parties, by each pursuing their self interest rather than the good of the group, become caught in mutually destructive behavior
Mirror Image Perception
Mutual views often held by conflicting parties, as when each side sees itself as ethical and peaceful and views the other views the other side as evil and aggressive
Self Fulfilling Prophecy
A belief that leads to its own fulfillment
Super ordinate Goals
Shared goals that override differences among people and requires their copper
GRIT
Graduated and Reciprocated Initiatives in Tension Reduction Program; a strategy designed to decrease international tensions
Personality
An individual’s characteristics pattern of thinking feeling and acting