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Comprehending envy.

Richard H Smith1, Sung Hee Kim

  • 1Department of Psychology, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY 40506, USA. Rhsmit00@uky.edu

Psychological Bulletin
|January 5, 2007
PubMed
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This review clarifies the psychological definition of envy, distinguishing between hostile and benign forms. It explores the origins, characteristics, and coping mechanisms associated with this complex human emotion.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Social Psychology
  • Emotion Research

Background:

  • Envy is a complex human emotion with significant psychological implications.
  • Previous research has faced challenges in defining and categorizing envy.
  • Understanding envy is crucial for various psychological and social research domains.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and synthesize existing psychological research on the emotion of envy.
  • To address definitional challenges and establish a clear understanding of envy.
  • To explore the causes, characteristics, and adaptive functions of envy.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of psychological literature on envy.
  • Analysis of research examining the distinction between different types of envy (e.g., proper vs. benign).

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  • Synthesis of findings related to the triggers, phenomenology, and behavioral consequences of envy.

    • Main Results:

    • Envy is defined as an unpleasant emotion involving inferiority, hostility, and resentment towards others possessing desired attributes.
    • A key distinction is made between envy proper (hostile) and benign envy (non-hostile).
    • Research questions regarding the origins, hostile components, and transformative nature of envy were examined.

    Conclusions:

    • A comprehensive definition of envy is proposed, encompassing its negative affective and cognitive components.
    • Understanding the nuances of envy, including its different forms, is essential for psychological research.
    • Further research should explore envy's role in other domains and effective coping strategies.