Pathological altruism
By: Barbara Oakley ... [et al.].
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Published: 2011
Place of publication: Oxford; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 465
ISBN-13: 9780199738571
Subjects: Altruism
Description: 'Pathological Altruism' is a groundbreaking new book - the first to explore the negative aspects of altruism and empathy seemingly uniformly positive traits. In fact, pathological altruism, in the form of an unhealthy focus on others to the detriment of one's own needs, may underpin some personality disorders.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.