Psychological research has long been interested in whether helping can make people happy. This article summarizes empirical evidence and theoretical models on the relationship between helping and well-being. Empirical studies indicate a significant, but weak positive relationship between helping behaviors and well-being. The functional approach and self-determination theory are two theoretical frameworks that are particularly relevant for interdisciplinary investigations of this topic. The article concludes with a discussion of open questions and avenues for future research.

Enthalten in:
Evangelische Theologie; 2021/6 Zweimonatsschrift (2021)

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Serie / Reihe: Evangelische Theologie

Personen: Luhmann, Maike

Schlagwörter: Psychologie Hilfe Soziales Verhalten Glück Wohlbefinden