The Oedipus complex is associated with which stage of psychosexual development?

Correct option is C

The Oedipus complex, introduced by Sigmund Freud, is a central concept during the Phallic Stage (ages 3–6 years) in psychosexual development. During this stage, boys develop unconscious desires for their mother and view their father as a rival, eventually identifying with the father to resolve this conflict. Freud also discussed the Electra complex for girls.
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· Psychosexual Development Stages:
1. Oral (0–1 year)
2. Anal (1–3 years)
3. Phallic (3–6 years)
4. Latency (6–12 years)
5. Genital (12+ years)
· Significance of the Phallic Stage: Focus on the genital region, exploration of sexual identity, and resolution of internal conflicts (Oedipus/Electra).
· Criticisms: Freud's theory is considered outdated and lacks empirical support but remains a cornerstone in psychoanalytic thought.