Monday, March 17, 2025

“Witnessing others in pain activates the same neural pathways as experiencing pain directly.”
– Institute for Basic Science –

New research reveals that specific neurons in our anterior cingulate cortex respond to both our own distress and others’ suffering, creating a neural pathway that transforms empathy into action. This discovery not only deepens our understanding of the biological basis for compassion but also offers promising directions for addressing empathy-related challenges in conditions like autism and PTSD. To learn more, Check out Brain Circuit Discovery Reveals How Empathy Shapes Our Behavior.

Stay safe. Stay healthy. Be strong. Lead well.

Chad