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Explored by Penn State University assistant professor of psychology and research associate, Daryl Cameron, with the intention of understanding how and why humans choose to be empathetic. “If our goal is to inspire more empathy to bridge social divides, then maybe knowing how and why people sometimes choose to not feel it could suggest a lever for pushing people in the opposite direction — to choose empathy."
"Whether it’s watching a friend get a paper cut or staring at a photo of a child refugee, observing someone else’s suffering can evoke a deep sense of distress and sadness — almost as if it’s happening to us. In the past, this might have been explained simply as empathy, the ability to experience the feelings of others, but over the last 20 years, neuroscientists have been able to pinpoint some of the specific regions of the brain responsible for this sense of interconnectedness."
The Greater Good Science Center explores the limits of empathy in relation to the hierarchy of people in our lives. Do we have less empathy for a random stranger than we do for close members of our family? Or maybe vice versa?
Licensed psychotherapists Carrie Mead, LCPC and Kimberly Perlin, LCSW-C, explain the telltale signs of narcissistic abuse, how narcissistic abuse syndrome is diagnosed, and offer tips to heal from a toxic relationship with a narcissist.
The effect narcissistic abuse has on our brains is extensive, whether it was experienced short or long term. Here is a list of warning signs you've been affected, and some suggestions on how to overcome from Suzanne Degges-White PhD, featured by Psychology Today.
The effects of narcissistic abuse can vary depending on how long one can endure these types of relationships. Arlin Cuncic, MA and David Susman, PhD review how the effects may range from mild to severe, with some survivors recovering while others may sustain lifelong damage. They go on to explore how narcissistic abuse can impact your life.
The National Library of Medicine's VERY scientific explanation of mirror neurons which many believe are responsible for our ability to cognitively experience empathy.
Although we are not licensed therapists or counselors, talking with one of our operators can offer a lot of the same benefits. This article from Medical News Today explains what exactly talk therapy is, how it works, and who it can benefit. Click below to read more!
RSA Animate gives you some wonderful animation to watch while you listen to a very informative lecture from author, social theorist, and activist, Jeremy Rifkin. He explains the concept of mirror neurons and other theories on empathy. [10 mins]
An interesting documentary from NOVA PBS. "Are you in control, or is your brain controlling you? Dive into the latest research on the subconscious with neuroscientist Heather Berlin. Sleepwalking, anesthesia, game theory, and more reveal surprising insights in this eye-opening journey to discover what’s really driving the decisions you make." [54 mins]
Another NOVA PBS documentary exploring how our brains can deceive us. "Is what you see real? Join neuroscientist Heather Berlin on a quest to understand how your brain shapes your reality, and why you can’t always trust what you perceive. In the first hour of this two-part series, learn what the latest research shows about how your brain processes and shapes the world around you, and discover the surprising tricks and shortcuts your brain takes to help you survive."
Being caught talking to yourself can feel embarrassing, and some people even stigmatize this behavior as a sign of mental instability. But decades of research show that talking to yourself is completely normal; most if not all of us engage in some form of self-talk every day. So why do we talk to ourselves? And does what we say matter? Dig into the psychological benefits of positive self-talk. [6 mins]
A quick video explaining what this organization has researched for more than 30 years- the role of electromagnetic fields our hearts omit and how they affect our environment and those around us. [2 mins]
One psychologist speaks on the theory of emotional contagion, which many believe could be another cognitive explanation of empathy. [5 mins]
This organization has researched and studied the connection between our hearts and our brains for over thirty years. They sought to understand how we can become more cohesive as a society, more empathetic, the role of our intuition and energy, among many others.
This research article is quite extensive and covers a variety of concepts, exploring several scientific theories. Click the photo to the right to view the article and explore other HeartMath.org research.
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