solved Reply: by Gissell GomezNumber of replies: 2 What is the

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by Gissell GomezNumber of replies: 2

What is the theory of mind?

Theory of Mind is the act of thinking about thought or metacognition. Having a theory of mind is important, it provides the ability to predict and interpret the behavior of others.2. When do children begin to develop a theory of mind?
It begins to appear in children between ages 3 to 5.
3. What is important about the theory of mind development?
Children can understand that beliefs and reality can differ, making the recognition of fake beliefs possibles. Children younger than six do not perceive the mind as an independent structure.

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by Mykaela KeelNumber of replies: 2
The theory of mind is the act of thinking about thought or metacognition.
According to Wellman and Hickling children appear to develop a theory of mind between the ages 3 to 5. Although they have a theory of mind it is not the same as an adults. They seem to develop into an adult theory of mind between the ages 6 to 10.
The importance of theory of mind is so children can understand what others believe. They can interpret what is actually real versus a play object.