The Science of Empathy: Insights from Dr. Helen Riess M.D.

In this episode, Dr. Helen Riess, a renowned psychiatrist and empathy expert, discusses her groundbreaking work in empathy and relational science. She explores the teachability of empathy, the neurobiological mechanisms behind it, and how empathy training can improve patient outcomes and reduce burnout among healthcare professionals.

Dr. Riess shares personal anecdotes about her early life influences, the importance of self-empathy, and the broader impact of empathy on improving team dynamics and societal issues. She also highlights the challenges and rewards of founding Empathetics, Inc., a company focused on scalable empathy training.

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Helen Riess

01:22 Formative Years and Early Influences

03:03 Journey into Psychiatry

03:50 Neurobiology of Empathy

06:08 Empathy and Relationships

17:16 Empathy Training and Empathetics, Inc.

20:26 Impact of Empathy Training on Healthcare

33:35 Empathy in the Digital Age

42:58 Self-Empathy and Personal Well-being

46:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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https://www.linkedin.com/company/empathetics/

https://www.empathetics.com/