when children develop theory-of-mind (tom) they can recognize that

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1. Julia Gelişen

   2 yıl önce

   When children develop theory-of-mind (TOM), they gain a crucial ability: they can recognize that other people have separate mental states from their own. This means they understand others can have different:

   Thoughts: People can believe things that aren’t true, even if the child knows the truth.

   Feelings: People can feel happy, sad, or angry about things, even if the child wouldn’t feel the same way.

   Beliefs: People can have different desires and goals that influence their actions.

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   • Julia Gelişen

     2 yıl önce

     This understanding is a major leap in social cognition, allowing children to:

     Predict and explain other people’s behavior.

     Develop empathy and compassion.

     Engage in more complex forms of play and communication.

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