ABSTRACT

We live in a self-centered world, despite the call from employers and thought leaders for more cooperation and compassion. Empathy, or the ability to understand other people's thoughts and emotions from their point of view, is a vital component of cooperation and necessary in our increasingly diverse world. The Caring Child: Raising Empathetic and Emotionally Intelligent Children pulls together the latest research from positive psychology to provide parents specific tools to help their children develop healthy empathy and emotional intelligence. Presented in an easy-to-read, conversational style, the book uses a combination of evidence-based strategies, real-world examples, and role-playing scenarios to provide parents with the tools needed to develop these important skills. With specific strategies to address diverse populations and LGBTQ youth, The Caring Child is the must-read resource for anyone dedicated to cultivating a more compassionate world.

chapter |4 pages

Introduction

part I|31 pages

Caring in a Digital World

chapter 1|12 pages

Welcome to a New Generation

chapter 2|17 pages

Empathy and Compassion Defined

part II|42 pages

Caring and Emotional Intelligence

chapter 3|13 pages

Empathy and Resilience

chapter 4|12 pages

The Art of Flexibility

part III|94 pages

Empathy in Action

chapter 6|32 pages

Empathy in the Home

chapter 7|30 pages

Empathy at School

chapter 8|28 pages

Empathy in the World

chapter |2 pages

Final Thoughts