ToMI
Theory of Mind Inventory (ToMI)
The ToMI (Theory of Mind Inventory) is a behavioral assessment tool designed to measure the child's understanding of their own and others' mental states (beliefs, intentions, emotions, desires). Completed by a parent or another key adult, the tool aims to identify the child's theory of mind skills, often in the context of screening for or monitoring neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism spectrum disorder.
- Number of questions
- 42 questions
- Estimated duration
- 15 minutes
- Language
- English
- Original name
- Theory of Mind Inventory
- Target audience
- Children, parents, caregivers
- Authors
- Susan F. Miller, Peter S. Gerber, Laurie E. Talerico, Victoria S. Koenig, Donna M. DeVilliers, Deborah A. Siegel, Peter S. Mundy (2012)
- Category
- Childhood
Scoring & interpretation
Responses are given on a 20-point Likert scale. Raw scores are calculated and then converted into standardized scores, allowing the level of theory of mind competence to be interpreted relative to the norm. A higher score indicates a better understanding of theory of mind.
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