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APS Virtual Poster Showcase · 2020
Do Men and Women Differ in Theory of Mind?
- Mauricio Yanez
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley - Natalie Tucker
Texas State University - Amy Weimer
Texas State University - Stephanie Garza-Ochoa
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley - Daniel Salinas
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley - Qijuan Fang
Texas State University - Ahmed Makin
Texas State University - Haileigh Nall
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley - Larissa Garza
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley - Andrea Hernandez
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley - Manuel Salas
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley - Osip Sean
Texas State University
Abstract
The present study examined gender differences in Theory of Mind (ToM) performance. Participants included 978 adults (69% female) ages 18 to 48 years. Measures included a demographic questionnaire and two ToM measures. Preliminary results indicated gender differences in the ability to understand how memory and perceptual experiences differ across individuals.
Social Cognition