Research Topic · Peer-Reviewed

Theory of Mind

Theory of Mind refers to the cognitive ability to attribute mental states—such as beliefs, intentions, desires, and knowledge—to oneself and others, and to understand that others may hold perspectives different from one's own. Research published in Behavior Therapy And Mental Health has examined Theory of Mind prima…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 4 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 34× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2474-9273 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Theory of Mind refers to the cognitive ability to attribute mental states—such as beliefs, intentions, desires, and knowledge—to oneself and others, and to understand that others may hold perspectives different from one's own. Research published in Behavior Therapy And Mental Health has examined Theory of Mind primarily in the context of autism spectrum disorder, where impairments in this capacity represent a core feature affecting social communication and interaction. Published work has reviewed neuroscience theories and hypotheses related to ASD physiopathology, exploring the neurobiological underpinnings that may contribute to Theory of Mind deficits in affected individuals. Additionally, the journal has addressed therapeutic interventions such as neurofeedback approaches aimed at improving cognitive and social functioning in autism, which may indirectly support Theory of Mind development. The topic has also been considered in relation to dissociative amnesia, where disruptions in self-knowledge and memory can complicate the therapeutic process. Understanding Theory of Mind is essential for developing effective behavioral and mental health interventions, particularly for populations with social-cognitive challenges, as it fundamentally shapes how individuals navigate social relationships, interpret others' actions, and respond to therapeutic guidance.

Research published in this journal

4 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 4 articles above have been cited 34 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Theory of Mind, linking to each citing work.

Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Behavior Therapy And Mental Health (ISSN 2474-9273).

Journal editorial board
Dr. Rabiul Ahasan · Saudi Arabia Shahid Ullah · Australia Roberto Maniglio · Italy

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