Six-year-old Hector is about to start formal schooling. Hector's family life has not prepared him for school life. According to Erikson, Hector is in danger of developing a sense of

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Erikson's theory of psychosocial development states that during the stage of initiative versus guilt (ages 3-6), children develop a sense of purpose and desire to achieve goals. However, if they experience consistent feelings of failure or inadequacy, it can lead to a sense of guilt and a lack of confidence in their abilities. Given that Hector's family life has not prepared him for school life, he may struggle to adapt and feel inadequate, putting him at risk of developing this sense of inadequacy.

Six-Year-Old Hector Is About to Start Formal Schooling