Selfishness : A Multidisciplinary Approach

著者名：Krebs, Dennis L.

Oxford University Press（2026/08/12発売）

• 言語：ENG
• ISBN：9780197810422
• eISBN：9780197810439

Description

Selfishness is everywhere-woven into our choices, our relationships, our politics, and even our biology. Whether we admire it, condemn it, or quietly recognize it in ourselves, selfishness shapes daily life in ways we rarely stop to examine. But what does psychology have to say about this trait?This wide-ranging book explores sixteen fundamental questions about selfishness, drawing on insights from psychology, evolutionary biology, the social sciences, the humanities, and the lived experiences of everyday people. What exactly is selfishness? Is it a stable personality trait? Is it morally wrong-or sometimes beneficial? Does it help us meet our needs, win social games, or find fulfillment? Are we selfish by nature, or shaped by culture and development? And how should we respond to selfishness in ourselves and others?Balancing scientific rigor with accessible analysis, Selfishness: A Multidisciplinary Approach examines why some people are more selfish than others, how selfishness changes across the lifespan, and whether humanity is becoming more or less selfish over time. The result is a nuanced, thought-provoking guide to understanding one of the most consequential forces in human behavior-and a roadmap for navigating it with clarity and insight.

Table of Contents

Preface `Introduction and OverviewChapter 1: What is Selfishness?Chapter 2: Is Selfishness a Personality Trait? Chapter 3: Is Selfishness Good or Bad?Chapter 4: Is Selfishness Good for Us or Bad for Us? Framing the QuestionChapter 5: How Good is Selfishness at Satisfying our Biological and Social Needs?Chapter 6: How Good is Selfishness at Helping Us Win Social Games? Chapter 7: How Good is Selfishness at Making us Feel Happy and Fulfilled? Chapter 8: Is it in Our Ultimate Interest to Be Selfish? Chapter 9: What Makes People Selfish? Chapter 10: Are We Selfish by Nature? Chapter 11: Does Selfishness Stem from Primitive Instincts? Chapter 12: How Has Social Evolution Affected Selfishness?Chapter 13: How is Selfishness Affected by Cultural Norms? Chapter 14: What Makes Some People More Selfish than Others?Chapter 15: Do People Become Less Selfish as they Develop?Chapter 16: How Should We Deal with Selfish People? Chapter 17: Wrapping It Up.