[The empathic process in geriatrics: modeling and clinical perspectives].

Abstract

Empathy in care and support is part of a complex cyclical process, rather than a fixed state of a person. A proposed model identifies ten key stages in the empathic process. This approach enables us to better understand and improve the caregiver-patient relationship. Especially as neurocognitive disorders impact each stage of the process in different ways. Understanding this process can help caregivers adapt their empathic approach.