Empathy: The ability to understand and share the feelings of others. For example, feeling compassion towards the animals in need might motivate someone to volunteer at an animal shelter.
Altruism: The selfless concern for the well-being of others. Volunteering at an animal shelter out of a genuine desire to help the animals is an example of altruistic behavior.
Social Learning Theory: This theory suggests that individuals learn by observing others' behaviors and their consequences. Seeing others volunteering at an animal shelter and witnessing positive outcomes may influence a teen's decision to do the same.