Is it true that people sympathize more with animals than with humans: psychologists answer why this happens

11.01.2024 21:27

Many of us have probably noticed that people often feel more compassion for animals than for people.

For example, if the news shows that a tragedy happened to a kitten, a child or an adult, then people will tend to empathize with children and animals.

It is not by chance that we raised the topic of children in this article.

We suggest figuring out whether many adults are actually more inclined to empathize with our smaller brothers.

What could this be connected with?

People may indeed love animals more than strangers, but this is not due to indifference or hatred towards Homo Sapiens.

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In fact, some animals, especially dogs and cats, have a muzzle shape that resembles a child's face.

Large eyes, a round forehead, playfulness and unconditional loyalty. Such an appearance evokes maternal and paternal feelings in many.

Previously, we wrote about what dog breeds are worth getting for a beginner.

Author: Dmitry Liskovich Internet resource editor