Egocentrism, as described in developmental psychology, refers to a child’s difficulty in understanding perspectives that differ from their own. This is not the same as being selfish or self-centered in a moral sense. Instead, it is a cognitive limitation — a natural part of early mental development.| The Psychology Notes Headquarters
Human development is a complex and lifelong process. Developmental psychologists Robert Havighurst and Erik Erikson offered two influential yet distinct frameworks to explain how individuals grow and adapt through life. While Havighurst emphasized developmental tasks that people must master at different stages, Erikson focused on psychosocial conflicts that shape personality.| The Psychology Notes Headquarters
As children enter elementary school, the world expands beyond the home. Classrooms, peers, assignments, and evaluations become central to their daily lives. This shift marks a new psychosocial challenge in Erik Erikson’s theory of development : the stage of Industry vs. Inferiority, typically occurring between the ages of 6 and 12.| The Psychology Notes Headquarters