Most children walk without assistance by 18 months. One year later, he can stack eight blocks. Drawing a person's head Affective Development Autonomy and Independence Because of improved motor skills, the transition from infancy to toddlerhood is marked increased autonomy and independence. The child can move easily away from the parent and begins to test boundaries and limits. The toddler may refuse to eat unless allowed to feed himself, and the child may no longer may be willing to try new foods.
Toddlers begin to develop impulse control.
Successful toileting usually occurs toward the end of the third year when the child becomes able to control his sphincter, undress, get onto the potty, and has the willingness to participate. Although toilet training may be introduced at an earlier age, success with consistent daytime dryness usually is not achieved until about 2.5 years of age. Playing with imaginary friends Attachment Attachment refers to the bond that forms between the infant and the caregiver. Disorders of attachment may result from inconsistent caregiving and are more common in the presence of poverty, drug use, or emotional illness. Affected toddlers may not show interest in exploring the environment.