Question

In Psychology, ..... refers to reacting to another person’s feelings with an emotional response that is similar to their own feelings.

• A. Sympathy
• B. Empathy
• C. Coping
• D. Reassuring

Hint:

Empathy is distinguished by experiencing emotions similar to another person, whereas sympathy involves understanding without sharing the same feelings.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Empathy involves understanding and sharing another person’s emotional experience. It is the ability to put oneself in another’s position and feel what they are feeling, creating an emotional connection. - Sympathy: While related, sympathy refers to feeling sorrow or pity for someone else’s misfortune but not necessarily sharing their emotional state. - Coping: Coping refers to the efforts to manage stress and emotional strain, not specifically related to others’ feelings. - Reassuring: This involves comforting someone, often with words or actions, but does not imply sharing their feelings.