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Baby-Sized Altruism

Baby-Sized Altruism

A new study, published in Scientific Reports, suggests that infants have the ability to express pint-sized altruism. It points to the idea that infants sense a connection to others, and that they see the benefit in helping other people. Listen now to learn more.

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