Autonomy vs Shame and Doubt: A Developmental Milestone
Introduction Autonomy and shame/doubt represent two critical stages in a child’s psychosocial development, according to renowned psychologist Erik Erikson. Successfully navigating these stages leads to positive outcomes, while failure can result in maladjustment later in life. Key Differences Between Autonomy and Shame/Doubt Autonomy Shame and Doubt Age range 18 months – 3 years Key question “Can I do things myself?” …