Question

Fidelma is 5 years old, and she likes to help her mother when it is time for supper. However, her mother is often quick-tempered at the end of the day, scolding Fidelma when she tries to help. Her mother finds that she can get things done more quickly if Fidelma stays out of the way. Based on Erikson's theory, Fidelma may fail to develop:

Answer 1

Initiative is the correct answer.

Taking the initiave is an important skill that is part of the psychosocial development in kids. They start taking initiatives when situations and experiences have helped them to believe in themselves. When Fidelma's mother doesn't let her help around the house so she can do them more effectively or quickly, she becomes more likely to fail developing initiave.