{"product_id":"your-brain-on-altruism-by-nicole-karlis-9780520397606","title":"Your Brain on Altruism","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn an era when \"self-care\" often revolves around consumption and profit, a health and science journalist emphasizes the genuine health advantages of a culture of caring.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHelping others can enhance our physical and mental well-being, boost resilience, and nurture a sense of fulfilment and connection beyond crises. In \u003cem\u003eYour Brain on Altruism\u003c\/em\u003e, health and science journalist Nicole Karlis delves into the science behind generosity and the benefits of fostering a culture of care for our health. She explores cutting-edge research on the sociology and psychology of altruism, revealing how acts of kindness during crises—such as COVID-19, natural disasters, and wars—inspire people to set aside differences and help one another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough interviews with innovators creating infrastructures for social connection—from a former entrepreneur leading a social prescribing movement, to doctors prescribing volunteer work and acts of kindness—Karlis shows how we all can contribute to cultivating kindness. A powerful call for a culture of caring, this book urges us to see taking care of one another as a social strength. By embracing this mindset and viewing ourselves as stewards of kindness, we can combat the epidemic of loneliness and build a more compassionate and resilient society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46869201617132,"sku":"9780520397606","price":47.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/7196393482373.jpg?v=1759787252","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/products\/your-brain-on-altruism-by-nicole-karlis-9780520397606","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}