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theory of mind is the ability, normally acquired as part of normal development in childhood, to appreciate that other people have mental states (e.g., beliefs, opinions, judgements) and that these may be different from our own; we use theory of mind to understand people's feelings, and to anticipate their responses and behaviours.
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