I want to expand my answer in regards to the OP's update: I would also say that this type of behavior is just a special case of self-destructive behavior, which is used extensively throughout the applicable literature, so perhaps that's what you should call it generically, and then explain the specific type of self-destructive behavior where necessary. But again, those terms don't necessarily connote (and certainly don't denote) this as negative behavior, or one who does so pathologically, so you'll still need to clarify. There is indeed some corroboration to either of those terms in the literature, but not anything that emerges as a clear winner.īetter yet, this is commonly known in philosophical circles as self-denial, self-abnegation, self-sacrifice, and/or self-effacement. So I'd probably call this pathological selflessness, or pathological altruism. That indicates that such behavior has become a pathology, or in other words, that it has become chronic to the extent that it resembles a mental condition/disorder. And in clinical psychology, that is often denoted by the use of the word "pathological". In that case, the behavior would be a negative one. But you're talking specifically about being selfless or altruistic to the extent that one's own needs suffer. The general behavior would be described as selflessness or altruism. An example of a phrase that describes a complex social observation: Dunning-Kruger effectĪnd the reason I'm looking for this word is so I can do more research into this behavior. So, to rephrase: Is there a word/"effect" that describes someone sacrificing for someone else and then feeling bitter about it? I'm wondering if there's any studies which have described the phenomenon. Sacrificing for someone else and then feeling bitter about it. I'm wondering if there's a word that is kind of like an analog of sacrifice. Sacrifice is often viewed in a positive light. But unfortunately I believe I've left out a bit of information. This word does fit what I outlined in Generic Behavior. It appears so far the best word given so far is by stoicfury So, altruism is not the culprit, self deception is. He is unable to respond appropriately due to misinformation. Altruistic acts lead to an erosion of desire/motivation/and positive feelings for the recipient.Īny counter examples where altruism leads to increased well-being of both parties? Perhaps the altruistic behavior in this example is only penalized due to self deception. Each person should behave selfishly and express their own desires. It could then be argued that this type of selfless act should be avoided. Please Samuel but over time this has eroded her desire to please him. So Susan's selfless act was initially performed to Over time Susan begins to associate her negative feelings of To enjoy the experience when in reality she only enjoys pleasing Like music at all, especially not concerts. Susan likes Samuel and wishes to please him but she does not Needs of others (due to the lack of energy/motivation).Ī month. Suffer but over time this person will also fail to take care of the Their own needs are not met then not only will their own well-being If a person looks after the needs of others to such an extent that Is there perhaps a word or phrase that describes negative selfless behavior?
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