Child-rearing approach to build empathy
Resident argues social problems stem from how children are raised and wants approaches that increase empathy; refers to their own book on the subject.
English title and summary written with AI from the resident's text.
The resident's idea, as submitted
The idea
The origins of personal and social problems are in the way we raise children. We do what is culturally common, not what is natural and satisfies children's needs. This idea results in more emotional sensitivity of oneself and more empathy for others.
Who it helps and why
Having more empathy for others results in racial and social equity. See my book "The Empathy Evolution: Preventing Violence, Racism, Political Corruption, and Mental Illness by Creating More Caring People."
Details
- Cycle
- 2026–27
- Submitted
- August 2, 2026
- Neighborhood
- City-wide
- Portal category
- Education, Youth & Families
- How it was submitted
- Individual submission
- Submission language
- English
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