What is the second conflict in Erikson's theory and the age range?

What is the second conflict in Erikson's theory and the age range?

• A. Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt (1 to 3 years)
• B. Trust vs. Mistrust (Birth to 1 year)
• C. Initiative vs. Guilt (4 to 5 years)
• D. Industry vs. Inferiority (6 to 12 years)

Answer: (A)

The second conflict is Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt, typically during the toddler years around 1 to 3 years old. At this stage, children start trying to do things for themselves and make their own choices. When caregivers support safe independence—offering choices, gentle guidance, and encouragement—children build a sense of autonomy and belief in their abilities. If guidance is overly restrictive or critical, children may develop shame and doubt about what they can do, feeling like their efforts are not good enough. For context, the first stage is Trust vs. Mistrust (birth to 1 year), and the stages that follow include Initiative vs. Guilt (around 4 to 5 years) and Industry vs. Inferiority (about 6 to 12 years).

The second conflict is Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt, typically during the toddler years around 1 to 3 years old. At this stage, children start trying to do things for themselves and make their own choices. When caregivers support safe independence—offering choices, gentle guidance, and encouragement—children build a sense of autonomy and belief in their abilities. If guidance is overly restrictive or critical, children may develop shame and doubt about what they can do, feeling like their efforts are not good enough.

For context, the first stage is Trust vs. Mistrust (birth to 1 year), and the stages that follow include Initiative vs. Guilt (around 4 to 5 years) and Industry vs. Inferiority (about 6 to 12 years).