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Cavallini, Elena; Lecce, Serena; Bottiroli, Sara; Palladino, Paola; Pagnin, Adriano – International Journal of Aging and Human Development, 2013
Theory of mind (ToM) refers to humans' ability to recognize the existence of mental states, such as beliefs, emotions, and desires. The literature on ToM in aging and on the relationship between ToM and other cognitive functions, like executive functions, is not homogenous. The aim of the present study was to explore the course of ToM and to…
Descriptors: Age Differences, Executive Function, Theory of Mind, Cognitive Development
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Caputi, Marcella; Lecce, Serena; Pagnin, Adriano; Banerjee, Robin – Developmental Psychology, 2012
Children's peer relations represent a key aspect of school adjustment. However, little is known about their social-cognitive precursors. To address this gap, the authors followed 70 children across the transition to primary school. At Time 1 (age 5), Time 2 (age 6), and Time 3 (age 7), children were assessed on their theory of mind, prosocial…
Descriptors: Theory of Mind, Prosocial Behavior, Peer Relationship, Student Adjustment