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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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[–] Notyou@sopuli.xyz 11 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) (1 children)

He (maybe she judging by username) brings up a good point with the study though. It is important to look at all the data and factors. I am biased toward the results. Meaning I agree with them, but it is a small study. We should be able to discuss these facts without it being a big deal.

[–] Shardikprime@lemmy.world 0 points 2 years ago (1 children)

What facts

[–] Notyou@sopuli.xyz 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

The size of the study and the bias of the students themselves. Plus the type of person that would participate in the study might be more empathetic to begin with. Meaning the result could skewed just a bit higher percentage than an average.

[–] Shardikprime@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago

Oh yeah that yes