Insights into the Oedipal Phase of Child Development
Words: 970 970The Oedipal phase, a critical segment in Sigmund Freud's psychosexual development theory, marks a pivotal time in the psychological growth of children, typically occurring between the ages of three to six. During this period, children grapple with complex emotions surrounding their parents, particularly manifesting in their attachment to the opposite-sex parent while experiencing rivalry with the same-sex parent. The Oedipus complex is a phenomenon that not only reflects the child's desire for affection but also illustrates the foundational dynamics that […]
