Theory of mind and executive functions in sighted children of blind parents

The results suggest that children raised by parents with visual impairments develop the examined skills in a manner typical for their age and comparable to peers raised by sighted parents. Due to the sample size, and heterogeneity of the group, further research is required. Since the study did not indicate significant differences in the developmental trajectory of ToM, parents and caregivers can support the development of ToM in ways already demonstrated effective in other research. For instance, engaging in conversations that include mental state talk can foster the growth of ToM in children.