Anal stage
Anal Stage
The Anal Stage is the second stage in Sigmund Freud's theory of psychosexual development, following the Oral Stage. This stage occurs from approximately 18 months to three years of age. According to Freud, the anus is the primary erogenous zone and pleasure is derived from controlling bladder and bowel movement. The major conflict issue during this stage is toilet training.
Pronunciation
- /ˈeɪnəl steɪdʒ/
Etymology
The term "Anal Stage" is derived from the psychoanalytic theory of Sigmund Freud. The word "anal" refers to the anus, the part of the body that is associated with the excretory function during this stage of development. The word "stage" refers to a period or phase in a process of development.
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- Medical encyclopedia article on Anal stage
- Wikipedia's article - Anal stage
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