ARTICLE

FindCenter AddIcon

The New Science of Motherhood

By Abigail Tucker — 2021

Through studies of fetal DNA, researchers are revealing how a child can shape a mom’s heart and mind—literally

Read on www.smithsonianmag.com

FindCenter Post-Image

Autism May Be Linked to Mirror-Touch Synesthesia, the Ability to Physically Feel What Others Feel

Although synesthesia is not as rare as it was once believed, synesthetes (people who experience synesthesia) typically don’t realize their unique abilities are not common to everyone. Another fun fact: it’s also believed synesthesia could be linked to autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Article
Andréas RB Deolinda
FindCenter AddIcon
FindCenter Post-Image

The Mirror-Touch Synesthetes Who Can Literally Feel Your Pain

People with the unique neurological condition aren't just sensitive to the emotions and physical sensations of others—they feel them like it's their own.

Article
Layla Haidrani
2017
FindCenter AddIcon
FindCenter Post-Image

‘We Can Literally Feel Our Patients’ Pain’: From a Neuroscientist to a Massage Therapist, We Speak to Some of the Rare Few Healthcare Professionals with ‘Mirror-Touch Synesthesia’

Mirror-touch synesthesia is a rare neurological trait that makes people highly empathic, allowing them to feel what others do by looking at or touching them.

Article
Natalie Rahhal
2018
FindCenter AddIcon
FindCenter Post-Image

Understanding the Science Behind Empathy and Empaths

Dr. Judith Orloff helps us understand the power of empathy so we can utilize and honor it in our lives.

Article
Judith Orloff
2017
FindCenter AddIcon

EXPLORE TOPIC

Motherhood