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Neurobiological basis of social emotions – understanding empathy and compassion

Marija Mustapić ; Medicinski fakultet Sveučilišta u Zagrebu, Zagreb, Hrvatska

Sažetak

This article delves into the intricate realm of empathy, emphasizing its definition and exploring the underlying mechanisms from both psychological and neurobiological perspectives. Highlighting the evolutionary continuity of empathic behaviors across species, the study examines the multi-level conceptualization proposed by de Waal. The neurobiological foundations of empathy, including the mirror neuron system, insula, and anterior cingulate cortex, are discussed in relation to their roles in social bonding and emotional understanding. The article also addresses gender differences in empathy, shedding light on the stability of these differences from infancy to adulthood and the potential influences of both genetics and socialization. Overall, this comprehensive exploration contributes valuable insights into empathy's complex nature, offering implications for fostering compassion and understanding in society.

Ključne riječi

compassion; empathy; insula; neurobiology; neuroscience; psychology; social emotions

Hrčak ID:

353432

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/353432

Datum izdavanja:

20.12.2024.

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