This CARTA series explores the evolution of "Theory of Mind" (ToM), the ability to impute mental states such as beliefs, desires, and intentions to oneself and others, and how ToM makes us uniquely human. Tetsuro Matsuzawa (Kyoto Univ) begins with a discussion about "Mind Reading" in Chimpanzees. Recorded on 10/18/2013. (#26020)

Behavioral, Human Development, and Cognitive Sciences

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   CARTA: Extraordinary Variations of the Human Mind: Lessons for Anthropogeny: Darold Treffert: The Incredible Savant Syndrome
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   CARTA: Awareness of Death and Personal Mortality: Implications for Anthropogeny:What is Fear? And Is Fear of Death Really a “Fear”?
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   CARTA: Extraordinary Variations of the Human Mind: Lessons for Anthropogeny: Jamie Ward: Synaesthesia: From Extraordinary Experiences to Enhanced Abilities