There is some evidence that children develop a theory of mind at a young age if their parents
A) give the child a lot of opportunities to make their own decisions.
B) are firm and consistent in their discipline.
C) read to the child a great deal.
D) discuss emotions with the child.

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Research suggests that discussing emotions with children, labeling and explaining them, helps them develop a theory of mind. By understanding their own emotional experiences, children can better understand the emotional experiences of others and develop empathy, a key component of theory of mind. The other choices have not been shown to have a significant impact on the development of theory of mind.

There Is Some Evidence That Children Develop a Theory of Mind