empathy training

1. a systematic procedure to increase empathetic feeling and communications in an individual.

2. training to enable convicted abusers to envision their victims’ feelings and become sensitive to the pain they have caused, with the aim of decreasing the likelihood that they will commit similar crimes in the future.

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Psychology term of the day

May 9th 2024

gender differences

typical differences between men and women that are specific to a particular culture and influenced by its attitudes and practices. Gender differences emerge in a variety of domains, such as careers, communication, and interpersonal relationships. See also sex differences.