The psychology of fiction with Jennifer Lynn Barnes
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The Fiction Empathy Connection
This chapter examines the influence of fiction on cognitive empathy and emotional understanding, presenting research that correlates reading fiction with enhanced emotional interpretation skills. The discussion explores the motivations behind reading and how they impact its psychological benefits, along with children's shifting preferences for realism versus fantasy in storytelling. Ultimately, it highlights the balance between relatable characters and their extraordinary traits that engage readers of all ages.
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