Concern for Others: A Study on Empathy in Toddlers with Moderate Hearing Loss

In conclusion, toddlers with MHL seem to be at risk for problems in their empathy development. Although they are aware of the emotions of others, the development of more complex skills needed for an adequate empathic response is delayed in comparison with their hearing peers.</span>
Source: Journal of Deaf Studies and Deaf Education - Category: Audiology Source Type: research