According to Erikson,preschoolers' exuberant play and bold efforts to master new tasks break down when they __________.

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According to Erikson, when preschoolers are threatened, criticized, and punished excessively by adults, their confidence is undermined, and they become fearful, guilt-ridden, and doubt their ability to effectively deal with their surroundings. This can lead to a loss of their exuberant play and bold efforts to master new tasks.

According to Erikson,preschoolers' Exuberant Play and Bold Efforts to Master