Lisa is 4½ years old.Her parents are fiercely competitive and want Lisa to succeed in life.They continually push her toward new goals and achievements while giving her very little time to relish the accomplishments she does make.If this scenario persists,Lisa is in danger of leaving this period in her life with a sense of:

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According to Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, children at Lisa's age are in the stage of initiative versus guilt. If Lisa's parents continue to push her too hard and do not allow her to enjoy her accomplishments, she may develop a sense of guilt about not being good enough, which could persist into adulthood.

Lisa Is 4½ Years Old