Electromyographically assessed empathic concern and empathic happiness predict increased prosocial behavior in adults

- There are at least 2 subtypes of empathy: empathic concern and empathic happiness.
- Empathy subtypes have unique psychophysiological signatures.
- Facial EMG signs of empathic concern/happiness predict subsequent prosocial behavior.
- Increased empathic concern/happiness predicts smiling during prosocial behavior.
- Empathy predicts a type of prosocial behavior that is focused towards promoting the happiness of others.