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Is empathy actually genetic?

It is no secret that many people associate the trait of empathy as naturally feminine. Now scient...

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07.50 22 May 2026


Is empathy actually genetic?


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07.50 22 May 2026


It is no secret that many people associate the trait of empathy as naturally feminine. Now scientific research tells us that's not the case. Anton discusses this further with Senior clinical psychologist Amy Watchorn.


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