Neuroscience
8 years ago

Study reveals hidden desire for vengeance drives punishment decisions.

Journal of Experimental Psychology General
The value of vengeance and the demand for deterrence.
Molly J. Crockett, Yagiz Özdemir, Ernst Fehr

Paper Summary

Humans are willing to punish others who break rules, either to prevent future rule-breaking or to seek revenge. A study found that people are willing to punish even if the wrongdoer won't know about it, showing a strong desire for revenge. This desire for revenge can lead to punishment without any real benefits for society.

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