Should We Train Doctors for Empathy?

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November 14, 2015 a project of ServiceSpace Empathy is seeing with the eyes of another, listening with the ears of another and feeling with the heart of another. - Alfred Adler - Should We Train Doctors for Empathy? The term 'bedside manner' has long been used to describe a doctor's ability to connect and empathize with a patient. According to recent studies, the importance of good bedside manners is becoming more and more critical, as patients whose doctors listen and demonstrate an understanding of their concerns not only are more satisfied with their treatment, but also enjoy better health. This article shares more. { read more } Be The Change When choosing a doctor, be sure to find one that not only listens to your concerns, but also seems to genuinely cares about your welfare. COMMENT | RATE               Related Good News Children Who Shine From Within Power of Place: Photos From Around the World 6 Habits of Highly Grateful People The Power of Story Resilience: The Opposite of Depression Before I Go: A Neurosurgeon's Final Reflections On Mortality This Is Your Brain On Scarcity 7 Keys To A Good Death DailyGood is a volunteer-run initiative that delivers "good news" to 163,691 subscribers. There are many ways to help. To unsubscribe, click here. Other ServiceSpace projects include: KindSpring  //  KarmaTube  //  Conversations  //  Awakin  //  More