Giving is like sex, it makes us human

By Peter Martin
Updated January 28 2017 - 12:18pm, first published December 17 2016 - 5:00pm
Studies suggest some people are happier giving gifts or treats than they are receiving them.
Studies suggest some people are happier giving gifts or treats than they are receiving them.
Illustration: Matt Davidson.
Illustration: Matt Davidson.

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