empathy

A look at the emotional side of medicine?the shame, fear, anger, anxiety, empathy, and even love that affect patient care Physicians are assumed to be objective, rational beings, easily able to detach as they guide patients and families through some of life?s most challenging moments. But doctors? emotional responses to the life-and-death dramas of everyday practice have a profound impact on medical care. And while much has been written about the minds and methods of the medical professionals who save our lives, precious little has been said about their emotions. In What Doctors Feel, Dr. Danielle Ofri has taken on the task of dissecting the hidden emotional responses of doctors, and how these directly influence patients.

The culmination of three decades of study and research in the area of child and developmental psychology.

Champ and Walter, two boys from very different worlds, have a seemingly insignificant thing in common--their love for potato chips--but when Champ's world starts to crumble, Walter's kindness helps him feel better.

Describes what empathy is, how to show it, and provides examples of children showing empathy.

Introduces young readers to the concept of empathy, describing a range of scenarios where empathy is shown between two or more people. Discusses ways young readers can increase their awareness of others' feelings to be more empathetic.

"Johnny is a big fan of school but that all changes when the new kid, Gabe arrives. Gabe doesn't speak any English, and that doesn't stop Johnny from going out of his way to be unkind"--Back cover.

"It's Ted's birthday and everyone's forgotten the important date! How do the friends save the day and come up with the perfect gift? It's a surprise you'll have to discover."--Publisher.

Sox is a fast runner and can't wait for the day of the big race to arrive. Tab is slow. But when Tab decides to run in the race, can Sox ignore his friend?.

"After the loss of her grandmother, Raddie is very sad. Together her friends make a friendship quilt to help cheer up Raddie and help her remember her grandmother"--Provided by publisher.

Presents eleven short stories exploring the conflicts and misunderstandings that arise when people assume they know what others are thinking, and when very different world views collide.