Second-order theory of mind is the capacity to represent one person's mental state about another person's mental state—for example, understanding what one person believes that another person knows, wants, intends, or feels.

Second-Order Theory of Mind

First-order theory of mind is the capacity to represent another person's mental states, such as beliefs and desires, including states that differ from one's own.

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- First-order vs. Second-order
- Cognitive vs. Affective

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