Simulation theory

How do we start learning to ‘read’ other people’s minds?

Studies of young children give us insight into the building blocks of an ability that most of us use every day.‘Would you like some?’ says the child, shaking the red chocolate box to elicit the telltale sound of the treat. Quivering with glee, he watches as his little sister excitedly accepts the gift and opens the box… only to find that the usual contents have been replaced with marbles. The older child giggles uncontrollably. The trick is complete. But how did the older child know the trick would work? Playing a trick like this required him to have a sense of what his sister would be thinking, given the context. ….[READ]