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Theory of mind (ToM) refers to the cognition and understanding of mental states that cannot be observed directly, such as beliefs and desires, both in one’s self and in others. Theory of mind is also referred to as Mentalization.

Theory of Multiple Intelligences refers to the cognitive theory developed by Howard Gardner, that each individual possesses multiple intelligences rather than one single intelligence.

- Natural Selection : Theory of Natural Selection refers to a theory that explains the process of evolution.

Theory of natural selection refers to the idea that genetically based characteristics that enhance an animal’s ability to survive, and therefore reproduce, will be passed on to future generations.

Theory of planned behavior (TPB) is a theory to explain how intentions predict behaviors.

- Theory of reasoned action : Theory of reasoned action refers to a theory holding that the best predictors of a person's planned, deliberate behaviors are that person's attitudes toward specific behaviors and his or her subjective norms

Theory of signal detection posits that sensory impressions and decision processes together determine the detection of signals

Theory of unconscious inference refesr to the idea proposed by Helmholtz that some of our perceptions are the result of unconscious assumptions that we make about the environment.