Prosocial behavior-broadly defined as voluntary action intended to
help or benefit another-has been associated with positive outcomes
across the lifespan. Children with a more prosocial orientation are
better liked and trusted by their peers, have a higher status in
peer groups, are better at maintaining friendships, demonstrate
better self regulation, empathy, and social cognitive skills, and
excel in academics. Researchers have shown that prosocial behaviors
correlate to lower rates of school suspension and drop-out, teen
pregnancy, substance use, aggression, and delinquency. These
positive effects speak to the value of prosocial behavior during
formative years. Prosocial Development examines a variety of
biological, socialization, and contextual influences on prosocial
development from infancy through early adulthood. While the
definition of prosocial behavior may seem straightforward, recent
research has highlighted its multifaceted nature. This volume
specifically focuses on the multidimensionality of prosocial
development, examining different contexts, motivations, types, and
targets of prosocial behavior that are differentially predicted by
socialization and dispositional characteristics. Skillfully edited
by Drs. Padilla-Walker and Carlo, each chapter in this volume
highlights some aspect of multidimensionality in regard to
prosocial behavior and meaningful avenues for future research. This
volume will be an important tool for scholars, researchers, and
practitioners who are interested in prosocial, moral, and positive
youth development. The organization and focus of this volume are
also well-suited for use as a text for graduate courses in moral
development, child and adolescent development, social psychology,
sociology, anthropology, and family studies.
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