Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Frans De Waal and 'The Age of Empathy'
Is it human nature to be greedy and selfish? Primatologist Frans de Waal doesn't think so. In his new book "The Age of Empathy: Nature's Lessons For a Kinder Society" de Waal says empathy and solidarity are our primate heritage. De Waal...
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Strangers Can Spot Genetic Disposition for Empathy
Neuroscientist Sarina Saturn discusses the oxytocin receptor gene and its evolution across cultures.
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Rats Show Empathy, by Freeing Trapped Companions
A study in Science suggests primates aren't the only mammals with empathy.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Psychotherapy: Humanistic & Cognitive Approaches
This lesson will discuss humanistic, rational-emotive, and cognitive approached to psychotherapy.
Sesame Street
Sesame Street: Character Traits: Empathy
Mark Ruffalo and Murray talk about the word "Empathy." [2:28]
Science Friday Initiative
Science Friday: Could a Lack of Empathy Explain Cruelty?
Simon Baron-Cohen explains the consequences of decreased empathy.