Can a pulse of electricity to the brain make us less selfish?

Research indicates that a targeted application of weak electrical currents to specific regions of the brain can temporarily reduce self-centered behavior. This non-invasive stimulation, applied to two distinct areas, has shown a measurable decrease in selfish decision-making among participants in controlled studies. The effects observed are modest and transient, suggesting that while the brain’s propensity for altruism can be influenced, it is not a permanent alteration of personality. Further investigation is needed to fully understand the mechanisms at play and the long-term implications of such interventions.