Q&A: Psychologist Simon Baron-Cohen on Empathy and the Science of Evil
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Format:
Magazine Article
Publication Date:
2011/05/30/
Sources ID:
38806
Collection:
Theory of Mind
Visibility:
Public (group default)
Abstract:
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This interview concentrates on Simon Baron-Cohen, Cambridge psychology professor and leading autism expert, and his work surrounding ‘mindblindness’, a problem in autistic disorders leading to difficulty in understanding the thoughts, feelings, and intentions of others. The conversation includes discussion on his new book, The Science of Evil: On Empathy and the Origins of Cruelty, which examines the role of empathy, the ability to understand and care for the emotions of others.