Tuesday, 7 April 2015

Study finds being exposed to Buddhist concepts reduces prejudice and increases prosociality

Study finds being exposed to Buddhist concepts reduces prejudice and increases prosociality


Researchers from Belgium and Taiwan have found that being exposed to Buddhist concepts can lead to increased prosocial behavioral intentions and undermine prejudice towards others. Buddhism contains a variety of teachings and practices – such as meditation – intended to help individuals develop a more open-minded and compassionate personality. Unlike the three dominant monotheistic religions, it does not draw a sharp line between believers and unbelievers.

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