Emotional Blindness and other Signs of Alexithymia

The video, presented by Dr. Tracy Marks, explores alexithymia, a condition where individuals struggle to identify and express emotions. It differentiates alexithymia from autism, noting that while alexithymia can be a feature of autism, it is not a disorder itself. The video discusses the social challenges faced by those with alexithymia, such as difficulty in interpreting emotions and metaphors, and offers techniques like mindfulness and affective labeling to improve emotional awareness.

What techniques can be used to improve emotional awareness?

How can mindfulness meditation help someone with alexithymia?

What role does affective labeling play in understanding emotions?