Cognitive Empathy and AI's Role

Cognitive empathy, the ability to understand another's perspective, is increasingly relevant in discussions about artificial intelligence. As large language models like GPT-4 showcase their ability to analyze and predict human emotions, they present a unique opportunity to explore human-like understanding. For instance, when posed with a scenario involving a student's answer in class, GPT-4 was able to deduce that the student might feel embarrassed due to the teacher's sarcasm. This example illustrates the potential for AI to contribute to cognitive empathy research, encouraging a broader understanding of human interactions.