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Which of the following components is NOT considered a part of empathy?
Which of the following components is NOT considered a part of empathy?
- Affective sharing
- Mental flexibility
- Self-other awareness
- Cognitive perspective-taking (correct)
Which statement about the definitions of empathy is true?
Which statement about the definitions of empathy is true?
- Empathy's definition varies among researchers. (correct)
- All researchers agree to drop the term empathy.
- Empathy only applies to negative emotions.
- There is a universally accepted definition of empathy.
What does empathy primarily motivate according to the content?
What does empathy primarily motivate according to the content?
- Strict self-awareness
- Prosocial and caregiving behaviors (correct)
- Affective sharing and emotional confusion
- Aggression and rivalry
What condition must be met for empathy to be present?
What condition must be met for empathy to be present?
What does the term 'perspective taking' imply in the context of empathy?
What does the term 'perspective taking' imply in the context of empathy?
Which of the following forms of empathy involves the spontaneous imitation of gestures during interactions?
Which of the following forms of empathy involves the spontaneous imitation of gestures during interactions?
In which area of the brain is the insula primarily important, according to empathy studies?
In which area of the brain is the insula primarily important, according to empathy studies?
Which task is commonly used to assess cognitive empathy through Theory of Mind (ToM)?
Which task is commonly used to assess cognitive empathy through Theory of Mind (ToM)?
How is empathic concern indicated in a person's responses?
How is empathic concern indicated in a person's responses?
What distinguishes empathy from emotional contagion?
What distinguishes empathy from emotional contagion?
Which statement most accurately describes cognitive empathy?
Which statement most accurately describes cognitive empathy?
Which subscale of the Interpersonal Reactivity Index (IRI) measures feelings of compassion towards others?
Which subscale of the Interpersonal Reactivity Index (IRI) measures feelings of compassion towards others?
How do affective and cognitive perspectives in empathy differ?
How do affective and cognitive perspectives in empathy differ?
Which of the following best defines 'theory of mind' in relation to empathy?
Which of the following best defines 'theory of mind' in relation to empathy?
Which neural structure is primarily associated with cognitive empathy?
Which neural structure is primarily associated with cognitive empathy?
What psychological task specifically assesses an individual's ability to understand another person's spatial perspective?
What psychological task specifically assesses an individual's ability to understand another person's spatial perspective?
What effect does inhibiting the right supramarginal gyrus with TMS have on emotional processing?
What effect does inhibiting the right supramarginal gyrus with TMS have on emotional processing?
In the context of empathy, what do the terms 'sensory-affective' and 'abstract representations' refer to?
In the context of empathy, what do the terms 'sensory-affective' and 'abstract representations' refer to?
What was the main objective of Schurz et al. (2020) in their research on empathy and theory of mind?
What was the main objective of Schurz et al. (2020) in their research on empathy and theory of mind?
Flashcards
Empathy
Empathy
The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person. It involves taking their perspective, sharing their emotions, and feeling compassion for them.
Psychological Inference
Psychological Inference
The ability to understand the emotions and mental states of others by combining observation, memory, knowledge, and reasoning.
Mental Flexibility
Mental Flexibility
The ability to switch between your own perspective and the perspective of another person.
Affective Sharing
Affective Sharing
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Emotion Regulation
Emotion Regulation
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One-Sided Empathy
One-Sided Empathy
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Emotional Contagion
Emotional Contagion
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Empathy (Cognitive)
Empathy (Cognitive)
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Empathy (Affective)
Empathy (Affective)
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Perspective Taking
Perspective Taking
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Cognitive Empathy
Cognitive Empathy
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Affective Empathy
Affective Empathy
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Chameleon Effect
Chameleon Effect
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Theory of Mind (ToM)
Theory of Mind (ToM)
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Emotional Empathy
Emotional Empathy
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Study Notes
Empathy
- The word "empathy" is relatively new, coined in the early 20th century.
- It refers to "putting oneself in someone else's situation."
- Empathy is crucial for prosocial behavior, from caring for others to cooperation.
- It's linked to compassion and inhibits aggression.
Defining Empathy
- Defining empathy is challenging, with as many definitions as researchers.
- It's a complex psychological construct encompassing observation, memory, knowledge, and reasoning about others' feelings and thoughts.
- Cognitive perspective-taking is often distinguished from true empathy. Emotional sharing of another's feelings is key to empathy.
Components of Empathy
- Affective sharing: Experiencing another person's emotions. This is often based on perception-action coupling (mirroring).
- Self-other awareness: Recognizing oneself as separate from others, despite some temporary identification.
- Perspective-taking: The ability to understand and adopt another person's perspective.
- Emotion regulation: Regulating one's own emotional response in relation to another's.
Measuring Empathy
- No single agreed-upon measure.
- Methods vary based on the definition of empathy, testing method, and population studied (e.g. questionnaires).
Mirroring vs Mentalizing
- Mirroring involves automatic emotional contagion
- Mentalizing involves thinking about another's perspective and understanding their beliefs and intentions.
Neural Basis of Empathy
- Cognitive empathy involves the medial prefrontal cortex (mPFC)
- Emotional empathy is related to the insula and other areas.
- The temporoparietal junction (TPJ) is also crucial for understanding others' beliefs.
Empathy and Pain
- The "pain matrix" is a network of brain regions involved in pain processing. Similar mechanisms are involved in empathy for pain.
Training Empathy
- Studies have looked into whether empathy can be trained,
- Some studies suggest that it might be possible to enhance our ability to take perspectives and understand other people.
Lack of Empathy
- Some clinical conditions (like psychopathy and autism) have been linked to reduced empathy.
Empathy in Other Species
- Affective empathy may be present in other species, such as primates and chimpanzees.
- Some forms of understanding others' perspectives may potentially exist, but this area is still under investigation. Emotional contagion appears more widespread.
Origins of Empathy
- Empathy likely evolved from more basic functions relating to care, reward and pain.
- There are both cognitive and affective components of empathy
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This quiz delves into the concept of empathy, exploring its definitions, components, and its role in prosocial behavior. Discover how empathy is not only about understanding others but also involves emotional sharing and cognitive processes. Test your knowledge on the nuanced intricacies of empathy in the field of psychology.
