The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Brain Research Suggests 'Neural Reward' for Charitable Donors

Should fund raisers tout the psychological benefits of charitable giving?

A team of researchers from the University of Oregon suggests there may be a scientific basis for that argument.

Using brain-imaging technology, the researchers found that giving to charity triggers the same "warm glow" that people experience...

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