Theory of Mind - Panel Discussion

How does theory of mind affect the way in which people interact with each other and make social, emotional, and even moral decisions? Is theory of mind unique to humans, or can other animals comprehend the intentions of their own and other species? The Theory of Mind seminar attempts to answer these questions, among others.

Speakers:
• Rebecca Saxe, Professor, Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
• Laurie Santos, Professor of Psychology, Yale University
• Joshua Knobe, Professor of Philosophy and Psychology and Linguistics, Yale University
• Moderated by Patricia Kitcher, Roberta and William Campbell Professor of the Humanities, Columbia University

Theory of Mind was held on October 20, 2016, as part of the Seminars in Society and Neuroscience series organized by the Presidential Scholars in Society and Neuroscience program at Columbia University.