Justin is shown a picture and describes how it makes him feel. Then he is asked how the picture would make his mother feel. Justin gives the same response as his own. Justin's lack of differentiation shows he has not yet developed

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Theory of mind is the ability to understand that others have thoughts, feelings, and perspectives different from one's own. Justin's inability to differentiate his feelings from his mother's indicates he has not yet developed this cognitive skill.

Justin Is Shown a Picture and Describes How It Makes