TOM

• Theory of Mind


  A cognitive process that helps us understand that other people have internal mental states such as emotions and intentions that inform their behavior
• Mind blindness


  A defective lack of an innate Theory of Mind mechanism, which explains why autistic people struggle to appreciate the emotional perspective or intentions of others
• False belief tasks

  • Sally-Anne task
  • Maxi task
• Theory of Mind is helpful in understanding the features of autism and ultimately helping to develop coping mechanisms for people with Autism and the people who support them