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Understanding Suicidal Empathy
This chapter examines the concept of 'suicidal empathy' through poignant examples, highlighting how misplaced compassion can lead to troubling moral judgments. It explores themes related to wrongful conviction, trauma, and the complexities of empathy in modern activism, while also drawing connections to psychological phenomena. The discussion emphasizes the consequences of dysregulated empathy in public policy and societal decay, encouraging deeper reflection on moral responsibilities and societal norms.