Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Self and Personality

Question:

Which stage of development is associated with the child learning to control bodily functions of urination and defecation?

Options:

Oral stage

Anal stage

Phallic stage

Latency stage

Correct Answer:

Anal stage

Explanation:

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.