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New neuroscience research shows liberals experience more empathy than conservatives when they imagine others suffering (www.psypost.org)

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A recent study in Israel used brain scans to explore the differences in empathy between political liberals and conservatives. The researchers found that when imagining other people suffering, liberals showed stronger brain reactions associated with empathy compared to conservatives. This pattern of brain activity was linked to participants' self-reported political beliefs and their acceptance of right-wing values. The study was published in Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience. ...

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[–] orphiebaby@lemmy.world 20 points 2 years ago (1 children)

That's what defines "conservative". They are sheltered and are afraid of everything that's different, so they're trying to conserve some distorted ideal of what they alone think is "normal". That's why they're racists, gender bigots, and hate other religions. That's why most conservatives live in rural areas, while most people who live in cities are liberal— because exposure to a variety of people and experiences creates empathy.

I'm surprised not more people have caught onto this by now.

[–] Notyou@sopuli.xyz 6 points 2 years ago

In other news, water is wet.