This stage takes place during the ages of 2 and 3.
Erikson states that the child usually begins to encounter rules of what they can and cannot do (Sharkey, 1997).
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Toddlers learn to have self-will or will power.
This may be why it is called the terrible twos or threes! This little boy did not want to stop what he was doing to change his diaper. He wanted to make his own choices!
If toddlers are highly criticized or are hindered from doing many things, shame will occur (Studer, 2006).
Watch from 0:35 to 0:56. Mae Mobley's mother from The Help shows how a toddler can produce shame and doubt within themselves. Mae believed she was doing nothing wrong, however the way her mother reacted was not helpful in Mae's development.
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