Theory of mind
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Theory of mind (often abbreviated "ToM") is the ability to attribute mental states—beliefs, intents, desires, pretending, knowledge, etc.—to oneself and others and to understand that others have beliefs, desires, and intentions that are different from one's own. Deficits occur in people with autism spectrum disorders, schizophrenia, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, as well as neurotoxicity due to alcohol abuse. Though there are philosophical approaches to issues raised in discussions such as this, the theory of mind as such is distinct from the philosophy of mind.
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See also
- Autism
- Cephalopod intelligence
- Cetacean intelligence
- Consciousness
- Dystopia
- Empathy
- Identity theory of mind
- Mental body
- Mind
- Mind-body problem
- Mirror neurons
- Philosophy of mind
- Quantum mind
- Sirenia
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