Compassion: From Its Evolution to a Psychotherapy
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This paper outlines an evolution-informed biopsychosocial model of compassion, tracing its roots from ancient contemplative traditions to modern psychotherapy applications. It examines the physiological and psychological functions of caring behaviors, such as providing secure attachment and soothing, and how human cognitive competencies transform these motives into compassion for sentient beings. The resource is intended for readers interested in the theoretical underpinnings of Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and its relevance to addressing mental suffering.
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@article{allodium:3b7766a23c894699,
title = {Compassion: From Its Evolution to a Psychotherapy},
journal = {OpenAlex},
doi = {10.3389/fpsyg.2020.586161},
url = {https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2020.586161}
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TY - JOUR TI - Compassion: From Its Evolution to a Psychotherapy PB - OpenAlex DO - 10.3389/fpsyg.2020.586161 UR - https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2020.586161 ER -
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Compassion: From Its Evolution to a Psychotherapy. (n.d.). OpenAlex. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2020.586161
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