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Cultivating Empathy.

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Format:
Book
Author/Creator:
Stephany, Kathleen.
Language:
English
Subjects (All):
Empathy.
Physical Description:
1 online resource (229 pages)
Edition:
1st ed.
Other Title:
Cultivating Empathy
Place of Publication:
Singapore : Bentham Science Publishers, 2021.
Summary:
Research demonstrates that even if empathy - the capacity to perceive or share emotions with other beings or objects - is not part of a person's communication skill set, it can be taught. Empathy can, therefore be viewed as an acquired communication skill. Cultivating and practicing the skill of empathy among health care providers enhances the quality of care experienced by their patients which, in turn, can even improve work satisfaction for health care providers. Many communication textbooks or manuals for care giving professions primarily focus on specific communication skills and techniques. Cultivating Empathy takes a different approach; the book sets empathy as the foundation of all therapeutic interactions and teaches the reader to learn the art of empathy by using constructive approaches and research findings from social sciences and neuroscience. Cultivating Empathy is perfect for any student or practicing health care professional who has felt that there was an absence of rapport when interacting with clients or patients and their families. Real case narratives, dynamic interactive exercises and simulation techniques are also provided in this text to assist helpers to learn how to be more empathetic. Readers will gain awareness about human and emotional aspects of patient care, which will hopefully make a positive contribution to their professional practice.
Contents:
Cover
Title
Copyright
End User License Agreement
Contents
Foreword
Preface
METHODOLOGY, METHOD &amp
THEORETICAL PREMISE
TOPICS ORIGINALLY COVERED IN THE FIRST EDITION OF THE BOOK
CHANGES TO THE REVISED EDITION
OVERVIEW OF NEW ADDITIONS TO THE CHAPTERS
REFERENCES
Acknowledgement
CONSENT FOR PUBLICATION
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Dedication
A Historical Definition of Empathy from the Perspective of Philosophy, Psychology &amp
Neuroscience
LEARNING GUIDE
INTRODUCTION
WHY A BOOK ON EMPATHY IS NEEDED
PHENOMENOLOGY AS METHODOLOGY
Methodology
Phenomenology
Narratives as Method
Ensuring Research Rigor in Qualitative Inquiry
Member-checking
THE ETHIC OF CARE AS THE THEORETICAL PREMISE
The Moral Connection Between Care Ethics &amp
Empathy
THE PHILOSOPHICAL UNDERPINNINGS OF EMPATHY
20TH CENTURY PSYCHOLOGY AND EMPATHY
Heinz Kohut &amp
Self-Psychology
Psychoanalytical Theory &amp
Behaviouralism as a Prelude to Humanism
Person-centered Humanistic Psychology
Carl Rogers &amp
Empathy Research
Unconditional Positive Regard, Congruence &amp
Empathy: Key Components of Change
UNCONDITIONAL POSITIVE REGARD
Congruence
The Role of Active Listening, Reflection &amp
Non-verbal Cues
HOW ARE BENEVOLENCE AND COMPASSION SIMILAR AND DIFFERENT FROM EMPATHY?
POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY
Positive Psychology from a Historical Perspective
Flourishing as the Goal of Positive Psychology
TRADITIONAL EMPATHY VERSUS POSITIVE EMPATHY
EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE
THE INTERCONNECTION BETWEEN POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY &amp
The Intelligence Quotient (IQ) &amp
the Emotional Quotient (EQ)
The Relationship Between Emotional, Social, &amp
Cultural Intelligence
WHAT DOES SOCIAL NEUROSCIENCE TEACH US ABOUT EMPATHY?.
The Role of Mirror Neurons &amp
What Process Enables Us to Know What Another Person is Feeling?
What Leads a Person to Respond with Compassion?
Are Mirror Neurons as Important as We Once Believed?
Caring Professionals' Experience of Empathy
SOMETHING TO PONDER
FOCUS GROUP EXERCISE
CONCLUSION
RECOMMENDED READINGS
When the Client/Patient Feels All Alone
WHAT DOES IT FEEL LIKE TO BE TREATED WITH A LACK OF EMPATHY AND CARE?
THE VALUE OF LISTENING &amp
INCREASED SELF-AWARENESS
WHAT IT FEELS LIKE TO BE TREATED WITH INDIFFERENCE
NARRATIVE CASE STUDY ONE
NARRATIVE CASE STUDY ONE: IDENTIFICATION OF THEMES &amp
ANALYSIS
NARRATIVE CASE STUDY TWO: IDENTIFICATION OF THEMES &amp
HOW A PERCEPTION OF A LACK OF CARE MAY CONTRIBUTE TO A SENSE OF HOPELESSNESS
NARRATIVE CASE STUDY THREE
NARRATIVE CASE STUDY THREE: IDENTIFICATION OF THEMES &amp
NARRATIVE CASE STUDY FOUR
NARRATIVE CASE STUDY FOUR: IDENTIFICATION OF THEMES &amp
JOURNAL EXERCISE
WEB RESOURCES
Why Empathy is Sometimes Lacking: The Influence of Environmental Factors
LEVELS OF EMPATHY
GENETIC &amp
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE EMPATHY
Neural Circuits &amp
Empathy is in Our Genes
Environmental Factors Matter
WHAT DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGISTS &amp
EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE TELL US ABOUT EMPATHY
WHEN SOMETHING GOES WRONG: HOW CERTAIN EARLY CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES DISCOURAGE EMPATHY
The Role of Parental Misattunement
The Role of Neglect and Abuse
What We Have Learned from Orphanage Studies: Empathy as Necessary for Survival
HOW MODERN WESTERN SOCIETY INFLUENCES MAY HINDER THE DEVELOPMENT OF EMPATHY.
Social Media May Promote Empathy in Youth
Some of the Negatives Associated with Social Media: Incivility, Narcissism &amp
Cyber-bullying
Other Factors that May Interfere with Empathy
BULLYING, EVIL AND A LACK OF EMPATHY
Evil as an Erosion of Empathy
People Have the Capacity to Change
WHY ARE SOME HELPING PROFESSIONALS LACKING THE SKILL OF EMPATHY?
Empathy Seems to Decline Through the Course of Training &amp
Beyond
An Over Emphasis on Technology &amp
Science in Education Hinders Empathy
Ways to Increase Empathy Training in Health Care Programs
Fostering Human Connection: What it Feels Like to Receive Empathic Care
CARING FACTORS THAT FOSTER HUMAN CONNECTION
KEY PRACTICES THAT HELP DOCTORS TO CONNECT WITH THEIR PATIENTS
ACTIONS THAT MAY IMPEDE EMPATHY
View Vulnerability as a Strength
NARRATIVE CASE STUDY ONE: IDENTIFICATION OF THEMES AND ANALYSIS
NARRATIVE CASE STUDY TWO
The significance of being genuine
IT TAKES PRACTICE TO LEARN TO USE SILENCE
How to Be Empathetic?
[There is Clinical Value in Teaching Health Professionals How to be Empathetic]
There is Clinical Value in Teaching Health Professionals How to be Empathetic
SELF-AWARENESS CAN ENHANCE EMPATHY
Reflective Journaling
Mindfulness &amp
Mindfulness Meditation
Obtain Constructive Feedback from Others
Learning from Lived Experience
Become Aware of your Non-Verbal Messages
OTHER-AWARENESS MAY IMPROVE YOUR CAPACITY TO BE EMPATHETIC
Practice Mindful Listening.
Learn to Read the Other People's Non-Verbal Cues
Ask Open-ended Questions
Clarification &amp
Paraphrasing
PRACTICE KINDNESS ON PURPOSE
POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY &amp
RELATED THERAPEUTIC MODALITIES
The Benefits of Positive Empathy
Positive Psychology Exercises
The Gratitude Visit
What Went-Well Exercise
Positive Psychotherapy (PPT)
GROUP EXERCISE
Demonstrating Empathy in Challenging Situations
HOW TO BE EMPATHETIC WITH PEOPLE WHO ARE DIFFICULT OR ANGRY
Make it your Intention Not to Judge
Imagine What it is Like to Be in the Other Person's Predicament
Listen to Other People's Story
Remind Yourself that An Acting Out is Often a Desperate Cry for Help
Stepping Back When Conflict Happens
BARRIERS TO SUBSTANCE USE TREATMENT
The Use of Stigmatizing Language Can Be Harmful
Client Self-Shame &amp
Caregiver Stigma Impede Trust
TREATMENT MODALITIES THAT SUPPORT RECOVERY
Non-Judgment &amp
Acceptance
The Importance of Empathy in Treating Substance Use
Substance Use &amp
Deficits in Social Functioning. The Beneficial Role of Teaching Social Skills &amp
The Brain Disease Model of Addiction
Meaning-Centered Therapy (MCT) as an Alternative Approach to Recovery
Meaning-Making, the Role of the Therapist &amp
Personal Accountability
Specific Strategies Associated with Meaning-Centered Therapy
The Risk of Caregiver Burnout &amp.
Compassion Fatigue When Caring for Persons with Substance Use
HOW TO EMPATHIZE WITH PEOPLE WHO ARE DEALING WITH TERMINAL ILLNESS &amp
IMPENDING DEATH
Health Professionals Need Training in End-of-Life Care
Facing Death May Sometimes Provide a Unique Opportunity
Background to the Case Study:
Offering Empathy &amp
Understanding to Someone Who is Seriously Ill or Dying
EXERCISE TO INCREASE TOLERANCE &amp
ACCEPTANCE
Making Trauma-Sensitive Practice &amp
Trauma-Informed Approaches a Priority
TRAUMA
TRAUMA IS PREVALENT IN SOCIETY &amp
HAS NEGATIVE REPERCUSSIONS
Trauma &amp
Children
Trauma Can Affect Anyone at Anytime
Trauma-Sensitive Practice Differs from Trauma-informed Approaches
TRAUMA-SENSITIVE PRACTICE
Trauma-Sensitive Training is Needed
The Key Elements of a Trauma-Sensitive Practice
TRAUMA-INFORMED APPROACHES
The Importance of the Therapeutic Relationship
The Five Key Principles of Trauma-Informed Approaches
Understanding The Difference Between Shame &amp
Guilt
GROUP DISCUSSION
SOMETHING MORE TO PONDER
What Hinders &amp
What Helps When Dealing With Emotional Pain
The Trauma &amp
Emotional Stress Associated with Caregiving: The Importance of Fostering Resiliency
TRAUMA &amp
TRAUMATIC STRESS.
WORK RELATED TRAUMATIC CONDITIONS, THEIR CAUSES, SYMPTOMS AND RECOMMENDED TREATMENT.
Notes:
Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.
ISBN:
9789815036480
9815036483
OCLC:
1299386793

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