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Trends in societal empathy over time

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@xmen · Jul 27, 2026

Are people becoming less empathetic over time?

Many people believe modern society has become less compassionate and more divided than previous generations. Others argue that greater awareness of social issues, charitable giving, and global communication demonstrate increasing empathy. Based on psychological research, longitudinal surveys, behavioral studies, and social science data, are people becoming less empathetic over time?

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