prosocial

[proh-soh-shuhl]

adjective

1. relating to behavior that helps others, benefits the community, or promotes connection, friendship, and acceptance.

Example Sentences

It concluded that reducing screen media "positively affected psychological symptoms of children and adolescents" and enhanced "prosocial behaviour", although added that further research was needed.

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Furthermore, studies have also shown that musical training in adolescence increases empathy and prosocial behaviors.

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Scullin noted that experimentally increasing sleep improved these positive attributes, which are at the core of well-being and among the underpinnings of prosocial behaviors.

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Moreover, nature-rich settings bring out “prosocial behavior” — helping, sharing and caring for others — which nurtures human connections.

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"Our work shows that by creating opportunities for leaders to engage in such gratitude reflections, organizations can foster a positive and supportive work environment that encourages prosocial behavior and enhances overall leadership effectiveness."

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