The results of the "sticky mitten" experiment indicate that the infant's own experience with being able to retrieve objects may be an important element in their beginning to understand intentionality in others.

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The "sticky mitten" experiment showed that when infants wore mittens that stuck to objects, they became frustrated when they were unable to retrieve the objects. This frustration was a sign that infants recognized the object's intended destination and links their ability to retrieve objects to their understanding of others' intentions. Therefore, infants' own experience with retrieving objects may be a crucial factor in their development of understanding others' intentions.

The Results of the "Sticky Mitten" Experiment Indicate That the Infant's