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How the Rich are Different from the Poor II: Empathy

How the Rich are Different from the Poor II: Empathy | Science News | Scoop.it

Given that lower-class individuals are more dependent on their social environments and on others than their upper-class counterparts, we might also expect that these individuals will exhibit more emotional contagion in interactions. Specifically, being constantly vigilant of others' emotions may make an individual prone to unintentionally experiencing the emotions of others.

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Lower classes quicker to show compassion in the face of suffering

Lower classes quicker to show compassion in the face of suffering | Science News | Scoop.it
(Medical Xpress) -- Emotional differences between the rich and poor, as depicted in such Charles Dickens classics as “A Christmas Carol” and “A Tale of Two Cities,” may have a scientific basis.
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