Reading Fiction Increases Empathy

Reading Fiction Increases Empathy

All sorts of narratives, including literary fiction, TV shows and even certain video games could help boost our fellow-feeling.

That is the conclusion of a new review by Professor Keith Oatley, a cognitive psychologist and novelist.

Literary fiction, in particular, which simulates the social world, may help to boost our empathy with others.

One study gave people a test of empathy after they had…

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