News tagged with empathy
Study finds humble people are the most helpful to others
In a three-part research project involving 310 students at Baylor University, UMaine psychology lecturer Jordan LaBouff and colleagues found that people determined to be humble were more willing to donate ...
Psychology & Psychiatry
May 24, 2012 |
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Rare neurons discovered in monkey brains
Max Planck scientists discover brain cells in monkeys that may be linked to self-awareness and empathy in humans.
Neuroscience
May 21, 2012 |
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Brief training program improves resident physicians' empathy with patients
Resident physicians' participation in a brief training program designed to increase empathy with their patients produced significant improvement in how patients perceived their interactions with the residents. This contrasts ...
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May 07, 2012 |
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For some, glaucoma strikes at a young age
(HealthDay) -- Though only 15 when diagnosed with juvenile open-angle glaucoma, A.J. Esguerra said he's tried not to let the potentially devastating eye disease slow him down.
Ophthalmology
Apr 20, 2012 |
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Women happier in relationships when men feel their pain
Men like to know when their wife or girlfriend is happy while women really want the man in their life to know when they are upset, according to a new study published by the American Psychological Association.
Psychology & Psychiatry
Mar 05, 2012 |
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A mile in their shoes: understanding empathy
The human brain evolved to ensure our survival. One example of that survival instinct is our sense of competition – historically, it’s part of what drives us to wage wars over power and resources. ...
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Feb 16, 2012 |
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Saint Louis University doctors aim to dispel myths about vaccines
Two Saint Louis University pediatricians are leading a Missouri State Medical Association statewide effort to change the way doctors respond to parents' fears of vaccines, and to raise awareness about the importance of getting ...
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Feb 02, 2012 |
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For some medical residents, empathy declines with long-call
In a newly published study, researchers found the majority of medical residents surveyed experienced a decline in empathy over the course of the oft-used "long-call" shift.
Health
Jan 31, 2012 |
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The illusion of courage: Why people mispredict their behavior in embarrassing situations
Whether it's investing in stocks, bungee jumping or public speaking, why do we often plan to take risks but then "chicken out" when the moment of truth arrives?
Psychology & Psychiatry
Jan 17, 2012 |
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Powerful people overestimate their height
(Medical Xpress) -- The psychological experience of power makes people feel taller than they are, according to research by ILR School associate professor of organizational behavior Jack Goncalo and a Washington University ...
Psychology & Psychiatry
Jan 09, 2012 |
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Humble people are more likely to lend a helping hand, study finds
Humble people are more likely to offer time to someone in need than arrogant people are, according to findings by Baylor University researchers published online in the Journal of Positive Psychology.
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Jan 02, 2012 |
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Those who stay together yawn together
You're more likely to respond to a yawn with another yawn when it comes from family member or a friend than from a stranger, says a study published Dec. 7 in the online journal PLoS ONE.
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Dec 07, 2011 |
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Researcher takes on 'empathy fatigue' in workplace
(Medical Xpress) -- A nurse refuses to help an ailing alcoholic who is upset to find a hospital detox unit closed. A hospital clerk brushes off a deceased woman's grieving family as they try to pay her bills ...
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Dec 07, 2011 |
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Caresses enjoyable vicariously, too
It is well-known that we humans enjoy sensual caresses, but the brain reacts just as strongly to seeing another person being caressed, reveals research from the Sahlgrenska Academy at the University of Gothenburg, ...
Neuroscience
Oct 17, 2011 |
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Project will study the neural basis of psychopathy
A leading University of Chicago researcher on empathy is launching a project to understand psychopathy by studying criminals in prisons.
Psychology & Psychiatry
Aug 01, 2011 |
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