To avoid cheating on your partner, try taking their perspective. New research indicates the approach can work.

Those who do well on human empathy tests are also better at decoding the emotional sounds of animals, according to a new study.

People who can skillfully interpret other people's emotional states may also be better at assessing the emotions conveyed by music.

People who can skillfully interpret other people's emotional states may also be better at assessing the emotions conveyed by music, new research shows.

A virtual reality simulation called Project Shell lets people take on the body of a loggerhead sea turtle. The experience can increase concern for animals.

A virtual reality simulation called Project Shell lets people take on the body of a loggerhead sea turtle. The experience can increase their concern for animals.

Are people more likely to feel empathy toward fellow humans or animals? New research shows that the answer is complicated.

Are people more likely to feel empathy toward fellow humans or animals? New research shows that the answer is complicated.

Mental illness anti-stigma intverventions at school can reduce peer violence against students with mental health problems, researchers report.

A new device called HandMorph can help adults get a taste of what it's like to interact with the world as a child, researchers say.