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Bettina Wilmore's avatar

Thank you for your clear, concise, informational article! Should you wish to continue research in the empathy in ND persons, search (I have not) for studies about ND that have PTSD from childhood: verbal, physical, emotional, generational, psychological traumas/abuse/grooming and the impact of those on ND growth and development. I am almost 59yo and through some pretty harsh, painful 'awakenings' or realizations over the past several years (thank you COVID nursing night shift in a nursing home) that I am aware of my true path/life, and am now just learning to apply mercy, grace, forgiveness, compassion, worth, value, love, like into ME.

I have for decades been the go to person for issues, problems, challenges, listening ear for friends, family, and acquaintances; I had not been able to 'practice what I preach.' I am now aware but still struggle with self application.

Thank you for putting this information out there; it is a valuable resource and planting seeds of hope and goodness. Rock on!!!

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Carmel Callan's avatar

Well said! I tend to think the lack of sensitivity can be either a shut down because the sensitivity is actually so high that the ND person cannot cope. Or it’s a delayed response for a similar reason. I often get accused of not caring, but it’s not that at all, it’s simply I need time to process and filter the situation.

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