More theory and evolution, please!
Heyes's (1998) skepticism about theory of mind (ToM) in nonhuman primates exploits the idea of a strong and unified theory of mind in humans based on an unanalyzed category of mental state. It also exploits narrow debates about crucial observations and experiments while neglecting wider evolutionary trends. I argue against both exploitations.
Bogdan
Radu J
RJ
Department of Philosophy, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA 70118 bogdan@mailhost.tcs.tulane.edu.