Theory of Mind - 9781841695709

Taylor & Francis

Theory of MindHow Children Understand Others' Thoughts and Feelings\nAuthor(s): Martin Doherty\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Psychology Press Ltd\nISBN-13: 9781841695709, 978-1841695709\nSynopsis\nMost of us are continually aware that others have thoughts and feelings but are children? When? This book is a concise and readable review of the extensive research into childrens understanding of what other people think and feel, a central topic in developmental psychology known as \""Theory of Mind\"".\n\nThe understanding of belief is central to this text, which explains in simple terms what representational theory of mind is all about, and shows how researchers have demonstrated this understanding in 4-year-olds. The book considers what leads to this understanding, including the role of pretend play, understanding of attention and eye direction, and other precursors to representational understanding of mind. The general relevance of theo.