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by W. David Hoisington, Ph.D.
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A very readable piece of prose (not academic research) covering some basic points about compassion. Great for starting a dialog on compassion with beginning students.
Warren, A.E.A. (2009). Strenthening human potential for great love - compassion through collaborative development. D Appl. Child Dev. Thesis, Tuffts University
A 2010 poll of over 1000 Americans suggests an increase in giving, both money and time. The possibe reasons for this are discussed. The survey and the analysis are limited by the definition of compassion that is used, but the overall message that Americans are thinking about others during these tough times is good to hear.
de Souza, M. (2006). Educating for Hope, Compassion and Meaning in a Divisive and Intolerant World. International Journal of Childern's Spirituality. 11 (1), 165-175.
White, R. (2008). Rousseau and the Education of Compassion. Journal of Philosophy of Education. 42 (1), 35-48.
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