Relationships

Empathy

## What is empathy?

Empathy is the ability to understand another's perspective (cognitive) and share their emotions (affective). Goleman distinguishes: **cognitive**, **emotional** and **empathic concern**.

## How is it measured?

**EQ** by Baron-Cohen, **IRI** by Davis and **Toronto Empathy Questionnaire**.

Related Concepts

Empathy — Psychology Glossary | PsychoProfil.pl