RAPPROCHEMENT
Rapprochement: A Stage in Psychological Development The Core Definition of Rapprochement Rapprochement, a French term meaning “a coming together” or “reconciliation,” refers specifically to the third critical subphase within Margaret Mahler’s influential Separation-Individuation theory of child development. This stage typically spans the ages of 16 to 24 months, marking a profound shift in the toddler’s […]