A preschooler insists on having breakfast alone, even though the child is unable to eat properly. Which stage of psychosocial development best describes the behavior of this child?

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Darren Atkinson

Social Studies

7 January, 01:36

A preschooler insists on having breakfast alone, even though the child is unable to eat properly. Which stage of psychosocial development best describes the behavior of this child?

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Hillary Guerrero · Answer 1

Answer: Autonomy vs. shame and doubt.

Explanation:

In Erik Erikson's stages of psychosocial development, autonomy versus shame and doubt is the second step, developed around the age of 18 months and up to 3 years old, when children become more focused on improving their sense of independence and the control over physical tasks.

The preschooler attempting to eat alone without parental assistance reflects a desire to gain control over self and his environment.