Resumen de The Influence of Shame in Social Behavior
Ana Carolina da Cunha Fortes, Vinícius Renato Thomé Ferreira
Shame is an emotion regulator of human behavior, has powerful effects on the adaptation, is an emotionally painful character and may even produce a break in the sense of self worth. Thus, it can trigger dysfunctional patterns of behavior such as low empathy and generate a sense that the individual is powerless or failed. It is crucial to understand how shame can be dysfunctional in order to undermine his power to build a healthy interpersonal relationship. The article discusses the shame, lists aspects of their dynamics and reinforces the need for a review for the clinician.
