Developmental study uncovers expressions of autonomy and resistance in middle childhood, indicating the emergence of assertiveness and social skills within parent-child relationships.
The findings were interpreted as reflecting children's development of assertiveness and social skill as they expressed their autonomy in the interpersonal context of the interdependent but asymmetrical relationship with their parents.
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