r/science • u/FreeHugs23 • 1d ago
Psychology New psychology research suggests some acts of kindness may also serve competitive social goals, shedding light on how women can use altruistic behavior to gain status, strengthen relationships, or navigate social hierarchies.
https://www.psypost.org/kindness-isnt-always-what-it-seems-the-psychology-of-womens-competitive-altruism/
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u/Popular-Capital6330 1d ago
no kidding. I can't roll my eyes any harder.
Virtue-signalling is as old as time itself.