PSY 490 Week 4 Pay it Forward

Perform an anonymous act of kindness. Examples include helping someone carry groceries, paying for a stranger’s coffee, donating time or money to a cause you believe in, and so forth.

Write a 700- to 1050 word summary of your experience.

Address the following:

• Compare the respective roles of altruism, personal and professional social responsibility, and codependency.
• How does altruism apply to psychology or psychological principles?
• How does altruism improve the human condition? Are there limits to altruism?
• What are some personal and professional responsibilities related to altruism?
• What is the future of psychology, specifically in relation to altruism, in contemporary society?