NYU Langone Insights on Psychiatry Empathy Training (with Helen Riess, MD)
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Feb 27, 2024 Dr. Helen Riess discusses the importance of empathy in healthcare, addressing burnout and caregiver support. She highlights the training and development of empathy, the role of leadership, and the benefits of empathy training. The podcast explores the future of empathy training, technology's impact, and the potential of MDMA-assisted psychotherapy in enhancing empathetic connections.
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Empathy Defined
- Empathy is a capacity to perceive others' emotions and thoughts, motivating a desire to help, not just feeling with others.
- Like insulin production, empathy is innate but can be deficient and rebuilt; most people have it to some degree, some exceptionally so.
Empathy and Burnout
- Overutilizing empathy, like overgiving, can lead to burnout and depletion, especially in healthcare professionals.
- Self-empathy and recognizing personal needs are crucial for maintaining the capacity to empathize with others.
Exquisite Empathy
- Meaningful connection and feeling helpful can mitigate burnout, offering moments of recharge and well-being.
- Focusing on positive impacts and shared stories of helping others builds empathy and combats feelings of overwhelm or drudgery.