Date of Award
12-1-2023
Language
English
Document Type
Master's Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
College/School/Department
Department of Psychology
Dissertation/Thesis Chair
Mark Muraven
Subject Categories
Psychology
Abstract
Perspective taking has been the subject of considerable psychological research for decades. Numerous empirical articles provide evidence for a wide range of perspective taking effects across a variety of contexts. However, the role of imagination in these effects has not been sufficiently considered. With three studies, we demonstrated an influence of episodic processes in a recent experimental design which increases individuals’ willingness to help others (Study 1), a seminal perspective manipulation which enhances empathy (Study 2), and a further replication of the results found in the second study (Study 3). These findings strengthen current conceptualizations of these two psychological processes, and offer insights into ways in which imagination might be utilized to enhance meaningful effects of perspective taking.
Recommended Citation
Gilbert, Cody, "Perspective Taking And Imagination: The Role Of Episodic Processes In Contemporary Perspective Taking Effects" (2023). Legacy Theses & Dissertations (2009 - 2024). 3136.
https://scholarsarchive.library.albany.edu/legacy-etd/3136