A distinction needs to be made between perspective-taking and empathy; it is suggested that there is a continuum between intellectualising about other’s feelings, responding compassionately to them and actively communicating with them. It is concluded that practitioner involvement in the design of future research on this topic should help avoid further confusion.
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