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Some people are keenly in tune with the emotions of others. An empath knows what other people are feeling—sometimes before they themselves do! However, too little empathy can mean being aloof and callous; too much empathy can mean ignoring your own needs. See where you fall on this empathy scale.
This test is for anyone who feels they have too much empathy, as well as those who feel they can improve their empathy. This test is for adults and is not intended to be diagnostic.
If you think you need help to either curb or improve your empathy level, speaking to a mental health professional can help. You can easily find a therapist in your area on the Psychology Today Therapy Directory.
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