In: Psychology
In 250 words - This is the time of life that Freud called latency because there was little sexual or aggressive behaviors, rather socialization was the primary goal. Erickson has similar developmental tasks. Issues such as friendship (BFFs), team play, and learning (Education) are key. Based on, at least these two theories, do think that this is a comprehensive picture of development at this stage? What, if anything, else may be happening at this stage given current cultural consideration?
Nowadays, children are getting social more and more. In this fast growing world people are maturing faster than their age, they are no longer fragile and dependent.
However, they are outgoing, educated, intrigued by everything. Now people want to gain knowledge of everything and they want to discover their mind, theirs career field and even their sexulity.
Gone are those days when parents were the closest to their children and the only guiding light in their children's life buy now as people are getting socialize they are getting closer and are more relied on their friends more than their parents. This could be good or bad depending on the company they choose.
Not only in education children are intensely involved in physical activities may it be sports or gym. People are trying everything on their way.
They are learning, exploring their ways , failing and learning again . This is what making them stronger and giving them mental support. They are getting mentally, physicallt and emotionally strong.
They are learning resilience as they are on their own.
They also want to be financially independent and thus are exploring with their chances and talents.