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The Empathy Scale
Highest
level of
Not all threat responses are treated with empathy
shown
the same level of compassion, despite
the fact that they are all driven by an
unmet need and missing skills.
Responses where the child appears to
be frightened, sad or withdrawn tend to
be treated with the highest levels of
compassion.
Often, less empathy is shown when the
child appears in control and enjoying
themselves, or when their actions cause
fear or disgust.
