During Latency, energies are typically focused on school and social activities. Which option lists the Latency stage as the correct choice?

• A. Genital
• B. Phallic
• C. Latency
• D. Anal

Answer: (C)

Freud's psychosexual development includes a Latency stage in which sexual impulses are relatively dormant. During this period, energy shifts toward school, friendships, sports, and other social activities, allowing learning and skill development to take center stage. This phase typically spans roughly ages 6 to puberty. It differs from other stages where the focus is on different bodily interests or sexual development: the genital stage reopens sexual interests in adolescence; the phallic stage centers on genitals and identification with the same-sex parent; the anal stage emphasizes toilet training and control. So the description of energy directed toward school and social activities fits Latency best.