Question

According to erikson, the conflict of toddlerhood-autonomy versus shame and doubt-is resolved negatively when the parents

a. provide young children with suitable guidance.
b. provide young children with reasonable choices.
c. are over- or undercontrolling.
d. are decisive in toilet training.

Answer 1

The correct answer is C. This conflict is resolved negatively when the parents are either overcontrolling or undercontrolling. This will lead to child feeling doubt and insecurity over his own ability. To successfully resolve this conflict parents need to provide suitable guidance and reasonable choices.