The notion that empathy triggers fears of guilt, censure, and shame, which in turn motivates helping behavior, is called the ____.
A) empathy-altruism hypothesis
B) empathy-specific punishment hypothesis
C) empathy-specific reward hypothesis
D) negative state relief hypothesis

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The empathy-specific punishment hypothesis suggests that empathy can lead to fears of guilt, censure, and shame, which then motivate individuals to help others to avoid these negative feelings.

The Notion That Empathy Triggers Fears of Guilt, Censure, and Shame