MYM – Empathy vs Sympathy

When talking to someone who is going through a tough time, is it better to do so with empathy (understanding the feelings of another) or sympathy (feeling sorrow for another’s misfortune)? In Ian’s view, one is far better than the other.  If you have any questions or comments, email Ian and James at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠ . Let them know any other topics you’d like them to cover. To find out more about depression and support services, you can contact Head to Health at ⁠⁠www.headtohealth.gov.au⁠⁠ , Beyond Blue at ⁠⁠www.beyondblue.org.au⁠⁠ , Lifeline at ⁠⁠www.lifeline.org.au⁠⁠ or on 13 11 14 and ⁠⁠www.headspace.org.au⁠⁠ . Thanks to Future Generation Global. If you would like to help us continue do this podcast by donating, please ⁠⁠⁠⁠click here⁠⁠⁠⁠ and select option two "Youth mental health research at the Brain and Mind Centre". Donations $2 and over are tax deductible. Thanks!