Empathy : what it is and why it matters
"Empathy is key to good relationships. In its absence, behavior becomes puzzling, even dangerous. David Howe's fascinating new book examines what empathy is, why we have it and how it develops. He explores the important part empathy plays in child development and therapeutic work as well as its significance for how society organizes itself"--Provided by publisher
eBook, English, 2013
Palgrave Macmillan, Houndmills, Basingstoke, Hampshire, 2013
1 online resource (248 pages)
9781137276438, 1137276436
953859342
Introducing empathy
Origins and definitions
The evolution of the empathic mind
How children develop empathy
The empathic brain
Individual differences in empathy levels
When empathy is absent or low
Psychopathy and borderline personality disorder
Social perspectives and client experiences
Empathic communication and helping relationships
Why empathy works
Empathy, morals and pro-social behaviour
Promoting empathy in children
Promoting empathy in adults
Living well together: empathy and social cohesion
Being human
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