Practicing Success
Which stage of development is associated with the child learning to control bodily functions of urination and defecation? |
Oral stage Anal stage Phallic stage Latency stage |
Anal stage |
The anal stage occurs around ages two to three and involves the child learning to respond to societal demands, particularly the control of bodily functions of urination and defecation. Pleasurable feelings associated with bowel movements become focused on the anal area. |