76 Chapter 9 Conclusion

In this chapter we covered,

• The development of self-concept and self-esteem.
• Erikson’s psychosocial stage of initiative versus guilt.
• Parenting styles
• The role of peers.
• The types of play.
• The social understanding of preschoolers.
• Personality development
• Social and emotional competences.
• The effects of stress on children, including maltreatment.

In the next chapter we begin exploring middle childhood and how children from 6 to 11 grow and develop.^[1]