latency stage
Noun: - In psychoanalytic theory, the latency stage is the fourth psychosexual stage of development, following the phallic stage and preceding the genital stage. It typically spans from around age five or six until the onset of puberty. During this period, sexual drives and interests are theorized to become dormant, subdued, or sublimated into other activities such as learning, social relationships, and skill acquisition.
The term is used specifically within the context of Freudian and psychoanalytic discourse to describe a developmental phase. - According to Freudian theory, the latency stage is characterized by a relative quiescence of psychosexual conflict. - Teachers may observe children in the latency stage focusing intensely on rules, peer groups, and mastering new cognitive skills.
- "to enter/be in/emerge from the latency stage": Used to describe the transition into, experience of, and exit from this developmental phase.
- The child appeared to have entered the latency stage, showing less overt psychosexual curiosity and more interest in schoolwork.
- Latency period (n): A synonymous term for the latency stage.
- The concepts of the latency period and sublimation are central to this model of development.
- Latency period: The direct synonym within psychoanalytic terminology.
The concept of the latency stage is specific to classical psychoanalytic theory (Sigmund Freud). It is not a universally accepted concept in all modern developmental psychology frameworks. Its usage implies a theoretical perspective that posits a temporary reduction in overt sexual interest during middle childhood.
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(psychoanalysis) the fourth period (from about age 5 or 6 until puberty) during which sexual interests are supposed to be sublimated into other activities
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