New York Journal of Books Reviews "Pathological Altruism" by Barbra Oakley

Jan. 24, 2012 - PRLog -- Reviewer Lois Wilmoth-Bennett, Ph.D. says, "Pathological Altruism presents a number of new, thought-provoking issues that explore a range of harmful effects of altruism and empathy. Barbara Oakley and her collaborators show how altruism can ricochet into unintended, excessive, self-righteous, or self-serving pathologies".

Ms. Wilmoth-Bennett also praises, "Though Pathological Altruism may not be fodder for the leisure reading public, it will lead the way for future investigators and scientists to open the doors of inquiry into a new and most interesting field of inquiry. It is well done, reader friendly, and highly praised by leaders in the scientific and educational communities. I will add my praise to those and recommend it highly”.

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