Theory of Mind: Understanding Others in a Social World
Psychology Today
Format:
Magazine Article
Publication Date:
2017/07/03/
Sources ID:
38821
Collection:
Theory of Mind
Visibility:
Public (group default)
Abstract:
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This article defines Theory of Mind as involving understanding of another person’s knowledge, beliefs, emotions, and intentions, and using that understanding to support the navigation of social situations. The false-belief task is introduced as an instrument used to measure ToM, and relevant information regarding childhood development of ToM, developmental delays, and the importance of ToM in optimal social functioning is provided alongside