Donald Trump‘s niece, psychologist Mary Trump, criticized the former president for what she calls a lack of empathy. Her statements come in the wake of new sexual assault allegations against Trump.

How should a leader begin a meeting? In what way will it be most accessible for others, and hopefully even provoke an emotional response?

For example, moral disengagement—when individuals justify or rationalize their lack of empathy—can exacerbate this issue. Similarly, selective empathy often reflects in-group favoritism ...

With Valentine's Day this week, the subject of love may be on people's minds more than usual. Unfortunately, the subject of empathy, often connected to and associated with love, seems to be under ...

On the contrary, most struggles stem from a lack of empathy—a skill more essential than love in maintaining a strong relationship. In my book, Why Can’t You Read My Mind?, I describe empathy ...