The unforgettable, and at times distressing, experience shed light not just on aging, but also how virtual reality equipment can teach empathy and shape our perceptions of the world around us. The suit made me feel like I was nearly 80 years old.
When we talk about executive functions, we’re usually talking about distinct, discrete skills that are easy to get our arms around. Empathy, while often lumped in with executive functions, is not a singular skill, but a package of skills tha…
A recent study found that schools with high levels of teasing and bullying had dropout rates above the national average. In Seattle, a program called Roots o…See it on Scoop.it, via Empathy and Compassion
For teachers and parents, and anyone who wants to improve their relationships. Anne Paris, PhD explains why empathy is important in your classroom .The Empathy Way: #1 Why Empathy?The Empathy Way: #2 Nuts and bolts of empathyThe Empathy Way: #3 When em…
We may or may not, be hardwired to be empathic creatures — but without it, human society can become one very ugly place. A place without help; a place without hope; a place built upon the bricks of anger and fear.See it on Scoop.it, via Empathy and Co…
