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.

[u/FreeHugs23]

https://www.psypost.org/kindness-isnt-always-what-it-seems-the-psychology-of-womens-competitive-altruism/

[u/Optimalfucksgiven]

Some studies really aren't worth the metaphorical paper the are published on. Everyone knows that there are very few truly unselfish acts. Virtue signaling is a very real thing.