Can We Teach Empathy?

Check out the below article from sciencedaily.com:

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/05/140521180016.htm?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+sciencedaily%2Fmind_brain+%28Mind+%26+Brain+News+--+ScienceDaily%29

 A recent research study says it is possible to activate brain patterns associated with empathic feelings.  Think of the future possibilities if this research continues to be validated!  One of the key components of court referred treatment is empathy development.  New research could help us identify the most effective strategies for increasing empathy, and decreasing recidivism in criminal offending behavior.