Role taking is a fundamental social psychological process, particularly emphasised in the symbolic interactionist perspective, that involves mentally assuming the perspective, attitudes, feelings, and expectations of another individual or a group, thereby enabling one to understand how they might think, feel, and respond in a particular situation and to adjust one's own behaviour accordingly. This ability to take the role of the other is crucial for effective communication, social interaction, empathy, and the development of a sense of self, as it allows individuals to anticipate others' reactions and to see themselves from an external viewpoint. George Herbert Mead highlighted the importance of role taking in the development of the self, suggesting that through taking on the roles of significant others and the generalised other, individuals develop a sense of social self and learn to navigate social situations.