BS Nursing Developmental Psychology
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71. A toddler frequently says “no!” and asserts their independence. What is the clinical advice for parents based on Erikson’s theory?

A. Suppress the "no" behavior immediately.
B. Encourage exploration and choices within safe limits to foster autonomy.
C. Punish defiance consistently.
D. Ignore the child's bids for independence.

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  • Suppress the "no" behavior immediately.
  • Encourage exploration and choices within safe limits to foster autonomy.
  • Punish defiance consistently.
  • Ignore the child's bids for independence.

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