According to Erikson, children develop a conscience during which stage?
A) initiative versus guilt
B) autonomy versus shame and doubt
C) basic trust versus mistrust
D) identity versus role confusion

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During the initiative versus guilt stage (ages 3-6), children begin to develop a sense of responsibility and accomplishment. They may feel guilty if they fail to meet expectations or if they do something that they perceive as wrong. This is the stage where children begin to internalize societal norms and values, which forms the basis of their conscience.

According to Erikson, Children Develop a Conscience During Which Stage