FPSY 8910, Discussion question


  • Describe what you have noticed about your empathy-bias as you have explored the various topics included in this course. (e.g., what topics elicited the most empathy-bias, what topics elicited the least?)
  • Identify and describe topics not covered in this course that you might encounter in your workplace that you believe might elicit high empathy-bias.
  • Identify which ethical guidelines might be at risk if empathy-bias is not managed.
  • Explain how management of your empathy-bias could empower you to contribute more effectively to social change.
  • Recommend management strategies that would work for you in reducing your empathy-bias, noting specific strategies that might be more effective with certain topics.