Scaling Theory of Mind in a Small-Scale Society: A Case Study From Vanuatu.

• Autores: Henry G. W. Dixson, Aimée F Komugabe-Dixson, Barnaby J. Dixson, Jason Low
• Localización: Child development, ISSN 0009-3920, Vol. 89, Nº. 6, 2018, págs. 2157-2175
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • Although theory of mind (ToM) is argued to emerge between 3 and 5 years of age, data from non-Western, small-scale societies suggest diversity. Deeper investigations into these settings are warranted. In the current study, over 400 Melanesian children from Vanuatu (range = 3-14 years), growing up in either urban or rural remote environments, completed culturally tailored ToM batteries. Results show a marked delay in false belief (FB) performance, particularly among participants from rural villages. By further investigating a diverse range of concepts beyond FB, we illustrate two unique cultural sequences for a suite of mental state concepts among urban and rural ni-Vanuatu children. Implications for social and cultural influences on the development of ToM are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]