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Can you teach empathy to teenagers?

Can you teach empathy to teenagers?

Update: 2025-11-27
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Can you really teach empathy?

The University of Galway have developed a module on empathy, which they are looking to have rolled out in classrooms to assist teachers help Transition Year students learn the vital life skills of empathy.

But, what is it all about?

Dr Charlotte Silke is the Lead Researcher with Unesco Child and Family Research Centre, and joins Seán to discuss.

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Can you teach empathy to teenagers?

Can you teach empathy to teenagers?