Kevin's parents have set the rule that he must clean up his toys every night as part of his bedtime routine. One night, he fell asleep before he cleaned up. He woke up crying after he realized that he didn't put his toys away before bedtime. What stage is Kevin illustrating?

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Kevin's reaction suggests that he is feeling guilty for not completing the task set by his parents, which is a characteristic of the initiative versus guilt stage of development according to Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development. This stage typically occurs between the ages of three and six, during which children begin to take more initiative in their activities and feel a sense of accomplishment when they complete tasks successfully. However, if they are made to feel guilty for their actions or actions, they may develop a sense of inadequacy and have difficulty taking initiative in the future.

Kevin's Parents Have Set the Rule That He Must Clean