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Theory of Mind

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Theory of mind is the understanding that other people hold beliefs, desires, and knowledge different from one's own.

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A child who understands that a friend still believes the candy is in the box where they left it.

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Theory of mind develops gradually rather than switching on. Simpler forms precede the false-belief task.