McKenzie,age 2,wants to do everything on her own.Her mother punishes her when she attempts to pour her own milk or tries to answer the phone.Erikson would say that McKenzie is likely to develop a sense of:

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According to Erikson's stages of psychosocial development, toddlers around the age of 2 are in the stage of autonomy vs shame and doubt. During this stage, children are exploring their independence and want to do things on their own. Punishing McKenzie for trying to pour her own milk or answer the phone sends the message that her attempts to be independent are not acceptable, which can lead to feelings of shame and doubt.

McKenzie,age 2,wants to Do Everything on Her Own